Care And Maintenance - Craftsman 138.37670 Operator's Manual

■ Minimum care is required to ensure smooth
operation of your mower.
■ To avoid damage to mower or cutting blades, keep
area to be mowed free from debris.
■ For best results, regularly apply lubricant to
mower's cutting surfaces, cutting reel axle shaft and
wheels.
SHARPENING THE CUTTING BLADES
WARNING!
mower near blades. If grass cuttings are compacted
in the blade area, remove using a wood or plastic
cleaning tool appropriate for the cleaning of the
blades.
■ Spread a thin layer of lapping compound, available
at most hardware stores, onto the front edge of the
reel blades.
■ Adjust the cutting bar so that the blade has light but
firm contact across the full width of the cutting bar.
■ Turn the reel blades until the front edge of the
cutting bar blade is polished.
CAUTION!
screws, as this could damage the cutting bar. Tighten
both screws during final adjustment.
NOTE: Clean any grinding compound or debris from
the cutting bar blade, reel blade, pinions, and pawls.
NOTE: Use industrial or valve lapping compound
between 100 and 240 grit. Lubricate the axle and
pinion with a light film of wheel bearing grease.
CLEANING AND STORAGE
■ Clean the exterior of the machine thoroughly using
a soft brush and cloth before storing. Do not use
water, solvents or polishes.
■ Turn the mower on its side to clean the blade area.
■ Store the mower in a dry place. Do not place other
objects on top of the mower during storage.

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

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