Replacing The Blade - Toro Super Recycler 21382 Operator's Manual

Replacing the Blade

Service Interval: Yearly
Important:
You will need a torque wrench to
install the blade properly. If you do not have a
torque wrench or are uncomfortable performing
this procedure, contact an Authorized Service
Dealer.
Examine the blade whenever you run out of fuel. If the
blade is damaged or cracked, replace it immediately.
If the blade edge is dull or nicked, have it sharpened
and balanced, or replace it.
WARNING
The blade is sharp; contacting the blade can
result in serious personal injury.
Wear gloves when servicing the blade.
1. Refer to Preparing for Maintenance (page
2. Tip the machine onto its side with the air filter up.
3. Use a block of wood to hold the blade steady
(Figure 29).
Figure 29
4. Remove the blade, saving all mounting hardware
(Figure 29).
5. Install the new blade and all mounting hardware
(Figure 30).
20).
Important:
blade to point toward the machine housing.
6. Use a torque wrench to tighten the blade bolt
to 88 N∙m (65 ft-lb).
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Figure 30
Position the curved ends of the
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