Cutting Blades - Husqvarna 967277501 Operator's Manual

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.
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
CAUTION!
Blades are sharp. Protect your hands
with gloves and/or wrap blades with
a heavy cloth when handling.
1. Remove blade bolt by turning counterclockwise.
2. Install new or re-sharpened blade with stamped
GRASS SIDE facing towards ground/grass (down)
or THIS SIDE UP facing deck and cutter housing.
3. Install and tighten blade bolt securely.
4. Torque blade bolt to 45-55 ft-lbs (60-75 Nm).
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Special blade bolt is heat treated.
Replace with a Husqvarna bolt if required.
Do not use lower grade hardware than
specified.
MAINTENANCE
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The sharpening of blades should be carried out
by an authorized service workshop.
1. Blade
2. Blade bolt (special)
3. Cutter housing
Blade attachment
or adjustment checklist:
• Engage the parking brake.
• Place the Blade switch in the disengaged
position.
• Turn ignition switch to OFF position and
remove the key.
• Make sure the blades and all moving parts
have completely stopped.
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WARNING! Before performing any service
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