Section 4 - Adjustments And Repair; Mower Blade Replacement; Blade Sharpening - Snapper HWPS26700BV Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual

Section 4 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS
WARNING
DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance or
service with the engine or blade running. STOP
blade. STOP engine. Remove spark plug wire from
spark plug and secure wire away from spark plug.
Engine and components can be extremely hot. Avoid
burns by allowing engine and components sufficient
time to cool. Wear heavy leather gloves when
handling or working around cutting blades. Blades
are extremely sharp and can cause severe injury.
4.1 MOWER BLADE REPLACEMENT
4.1.1. STANDARD BLADE WEAR LIMIT
1. Inspect blade frequently for signs of excessive
wear or damage. See Figure 4.1.
NEW
BLADE
REMOVE BLADE
RETAINING
BOLTS TO
REMOVE BLADE
FIGURE 4.2
4. Sharpen blade on a grinding wheel at an angle of
22 to 28 degrees. DO NOT sharpen beyond original
cutting edge. See Figure 4.3.
WEAR LIMIT
(NOTCH STARTS)
_DANGEROUSCONDITION!
DO NOT USE ON MOWERT
REPLACE WITH NEW BLADE.
22OTo 28 °
ORIGINAL CUTTING EDGE
DO NOT SHARPEN BEYOND
ORIGINAL CUTTING EDGE
END VIEW
OF BLADE
FIGURE 4.1
2. Replace the blade if it is badly chipped, bent,
noticeably out of balance or has cracks or notch in
either tip. See Figure 4.1. Replace with new blade.
WARNING
DO NOT use a cutting blade that shows signs ofl
excessive wear or damage. Refer to Section l
"MOWER BLADE REPLACEMENT" for proper blade l
inspection and service procedures. I
4.1.2. BLADE SHARPENING
1. Disconnect spark plug wire and secure end away
from plug.
2. Tilt mower up on its rear wheels. Do not tilt
mower with spark plug or carburetor down.
3. Remove blade. See Figure 4.2.
FIGURE 4.3
5. Check blade for balance. If necessary, correct
balance by grinding heavy end of blade.
6. Reinstall blade. See Figure 4.2. Check torque of
blade retaining bolts. Recommended torque should be
30 to 40 ft. Ibs.
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