Care And Maintenance - Energizer EZ40VTDE40N User Manual

5. CARE AND MAINTENANCE

a. Replacing the cutting blade
WARNING
Always protect your hands by wearing heavy gloves and/or wrapping the cutting
edges with rags or other materials when performing any maintenance on the blades.
ALWAYS remove the battery when servicing or transporting the mower.
Wedge a block of wood between the blade and the mower deck in order to prevent the
blade from turning when the bolt (1) is being removed.
Using an adjustable wrench or 27 mm socket, loosen the bolt (1) and remove the blade (2).
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Turn the bolt "COUNTERCLOCK WISE" to loosen it and "CLOCKWISE" to tighten it.
Remove the bolt (1) and the blade (2).
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To re-install the blade, position the blade with the cutting edges toward the ground.
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Assemble the bolt as shown. Using a 27 mm socket or wrench, turn the blade nut
"CLOCKWISE" in order to secure the blade.
NOTE: Be sure to replace the parts in the exact order in which they were removed.
When installing the cutting blade, verify that it is installed with the curved ends
pointing toward the mower deck, and not toward the ground.
b. Cleaning the mower
WARNING
In order to reduce the risk of electric shock, do not expose the mower to water.
The underside of the mower deck should be cleaned after each use, because grass
clippings, leaves, dirt, and other debris will accumulate, which will cause rust and corrosion.
Remove any build-up of grass and leaves on or around the motor cover (do not use water).
Occasionally wipe the mower clean with a dry cloth. If debris builds up on the underside of
the mower during use, stop the motor, disconnect it from the battery, and then tilt the mower
on its side, and scrape it clean using an appropriate tool.
c. Servicing and adjustment
Identical replacement parts are available from the manufacturer. The use of parts that do
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not meet the original equipment specifications may lead to improper performance, and may
compromise safety.