Cutting.blades; Blade.replacement - Dixon RAM 48ZT Operator's Manual

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Cutting Blades
To attain the best mowing effect, it is important that
blades are well sharpened and not damaged.
Replace blades that have been bent or cracked when
hitting obstacles.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The sharpening of blades should be carried
out by an authorized service workshop.
Let the service workshop decide whether a blade
with large nicks can be repaired/ground or must be
replaced. Balance the blades after sharpening.
Check the blade mounts.
Blade replacement
1.
Remove blade bolt by turning counterclockwise.
2.
Install new or resharpened blade with stamped
GRASS.SIDE facing towards ground/grass
(down) or THIS.SIDE.UP facing deck and cutter
housing.
3.
Seat the blade's opening firmly onto the cutter
housing.
4.
Tighten blade bolt securely.
5.
Torque blade bolt to 90 ft/lbs (122 Nm).
WARNING!
Blades are sharp. Protect your hands
with gloves and/or wrap blades with a
heavy cloth when handling.
The sharpening of blades should be
carried out by an authorized service
workshop.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Special blade bolt is heat treated.
Replace with a Dixon bolt if required.
Do not use lower grade hardware than
specified.
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MAINTENANCE
Check the blades
1. Blade
2. Cutter housing
3. Blade bolt (special)
Blade attachment
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8011-604-1
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8061-226

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