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Blade Removal - Craftsman 259O9 Instruction Manual

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Blades
For best results mower blades must be kept sharp. Replace
bent or damaged blades, Sharpening can be carried outwith
a file or grinding disc.
NOTE!
It is very important that both blades are sharpened
equally to avoid imbalance.
BLADE REMOVAL:
Raise mower to highest position to allow access to
blades.
Remove hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer securing
blade.
Install new or resharpened
blade with trailing edge up
towards deck as shown.
IMPORTANT::
To ensure proper assembly, center hole in
blade must align with star on mandrel assembly.
Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer in
exact order as shown.
Tighten bolt securely (27-35 Ft. Lbs. torque).
IMPORTANT:
Blade bolt is grade 8 heat treated
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