Husqvarna K 970 III, K 970 III Rescue, K 970 SmartGuard Operator's Manual page 17

5. Tighten the cutting blade bolt to 30 Nm/18.5 ft-lb.
To reverse the cutting head (K 970 III,
K 970 III Rescue)
WARNING: Only cut with the cutting head
reversed if a standard procedure is not
possible.
The product has a reversible cutting head that lets you
cut near a wall or at ground level. Only cut with the
cutting head reversed if a standard procedure is not
possible. If a kickback occurs, it is more difficult to
control the product if the cutting head is reversed. The
distance between the cutting blade and the center of the
product is longer, which means that the handle and the
cutting blade do not align. This has a negative effect on
the balance in the product and it is more difficult to hold
the product if the cutting blade is pinched or stalled in
the kickback zone. Refer to
WARNING: Make sure that the engine is off
and that the stop switch is in the STOP
position.
WARNING: Always use protective gloves
when you assemble the product.
1. Remove the cutting blade, the front belt cover and
the cutting head. Refer to steps 1-5 in
drive belt on page 27 .
2. Remove the 2 screws and nuts that hold the spray
nozzle.
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Kickback on page 18 .
To replace the
3. Remove the 2 screws from the adjustment handle for
the blade guard.
4. Remove the adjustment handle for the blade guard
5. Remove the stop sleeve.
6. Move the bearing housing and install the stop
sleeve.
7. Install the stop sleeve.
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