Maintenance
6.3
Adjusting the Blade Arms for Smooth Operation
When
Adjust the blade arms if the machine is wobbling during operation, after replacing
an arm, or after disassembling the spider assembly.
Requirements ■ Measuring device
■ Lifting devices with enough weight-bearing capacity to lift the machine (optional)
Procedure
Perform the procedure below to adjust the blade arms.
1. Using an appropriate hoist or crane, or the wheel kit, raise the machine off the
ground so that the blades (at full pitch) will not touch the ground.
2. Start the engine. Using the pitch buttons (a or b) on the joystick, adjust the
blades so that they are between 1/2 and full pitch (approximately 12°).
b
3. Stop the engine, remove the key, and disconnect the battery.
WARNING
Cutting and pinch hazard.
► Disconnect the battery before measuring the blades.
► Wear hand protection when handling the blades.
This procedure continues on the next page.
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