Cutter Blade Maintenance - Dixon 2004 Operator's Manual

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

CUTTER BLADE MAINTENANCE:

CAUTION
Check sharpness of mower blades after every 10
hours of operation. Observe proper blade position prior
to removal.
1. Safely raise front of mower.
2. Hold or block blade from
turning.
3. Loosen blade bolt and
remove blade.
4. When replacing blade,
tighten blade bolt securely.
Refer to diagram. Be sure
blade iscentered on pilot
before tightening bolt to 60
ft. lbs.
Blades should be discarded when worn excessively.
New Blade
30
Stop engine and remove ignition key for
safety. Wear heavy, thick gloves when
holding onto cutter blade, avoid the sharp
edge of the blade.
When notch starts,
discard blade
DANGEROUS!
DO NOT USE
BLADE IN THIS
CONDITION!