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How to Change the Blade
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WARNING
Do not sharpen the blade . Sharpening can damage the
blade and cause it to break, which can cause injury to you
or to others .
The blade is subject to nicks, scratches, and dents, which
will generally not affect function . The blade is also subject
to wear – reducing the cutting depth . Replace a worn blade
by following the steps below:
IMPORTANT:
Only use a replacement blade from the
manufacturer. To order spare parts call us at 1-800-737-2112.
NOTE:
Replacing the blade requires two (2) 12” adjustable
wrenches, or two (2) 3/4 in . [19mm] wrenches .
1 . Shut off engine .
2 . Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug .
3 . Remove the blade locknut that holds the blade to the
drive shaft . (See Figure 13)
WARNING
To remove or tighten the blade locknut, always use the
method shown in Figure 13 . Always position the holding
wrench on the nut behind the blade .
4 . Remove the blade .
5 . Replace with new blade from the manufacturer by
reversing the above steps .
NOTE:
Tighten the blade locknut to 35-45 foot-pounds
(47-61 N-m) .
4 . Remove the two Front Guard Screws and the Belt Guard .
(See Figure 12)
5 . Remove the old belt from the engine and quill
assembly pulleys .
6 . To install a replacement belt from the manufacturer,
reverse the steps above .
NOTE:
The rear guard bolts should be tightened to 13-16
foot-pounds [18-22N-m] .
NOTE:
The front guard screws should be tightened to 4-6
foot-pounds [6-8N-m] .
How to Replace the Belt (Continued)
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Maintenance
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Front Guard
Screws
Belt Guard
Front Guard
Screws
Figure 12
Hold Nut,
Do Not Turn
Turn counter-clockwise
to loosen
Blade Locknut
Figure 13
Turn clockwise
to tighten
