Cutting Blades - Husqvarna MZ5225ZT / 966690501 Operator's Manual

Cutting Blades

to attain the best mowing effect, it is important that
the blades are well sharpened and not damaged.
Bent or cracked blades or blades with large nicks
should be replaced.
Blades damaged from hitting obstacles that result
in a breakdown should be replaced. the service
workshop should decide whether the blade can be
repaired/ground or must be replaced. Balance the
blades after sharpening.
Check the blade mounts.
Blade Replacement
WARNING!
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.
WARNING!
Before performing any service or adjustment checklist:
1. Engage the parking brake.
2. Place the Blade switch in the disengaged position.
3. Turn ignition switch to "OFF" position and remove the key.
4. Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped.
5. Disconnect the spark plug wire from all spark plugs and place the wire where it cannot
come in contact with the plug.
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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
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