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3. Check the blade.
a. If the blade is blunt or has minor wear, then resharpen.
b. If the blade shows signs of major wear or damage
(i.e. gouged, bent), replace.
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WARNING!
An excessively vibrating mower indicates
that the blade is not properly balanced or has become
deformed from striking an object. In this case, the blade must
be repaired or replaced. Please follow the proper maintenance
procedures for blade care.
Blade Replacement
IMPORTANT:
Only use original replacement parts specified
for this mower. The use of parts that do not meet the original
equipment specifications may lead to improper performance
of the lawn mower, may compromise operator safety.
1. Remove the battery and the safety key from the mower.
2.
Turn the mower on its side to expose the underside of the
blade housing.
3. Use a cloth to grip the blade or wear heavy-duty gloves.
4.
Using a 27 mm lug wrench (not provided), remove
the lug nut securing the blade by turning the lug nut
counterclockwise, then carefully remove the blade
(Figs. 20 to 21).
5. Fit the new blade on the same position and secure with
the original lug nut (Fig. 22).
Fig. 22
New blade
Lug nut
Storage
Follow the steps below to prepare the lawn mower for storage:
1. Remove the battery and the safety key from the
battery compartment.
2. Remove the grass collection bag. Engage the height
adjustment lever in the lowest cutting height slot.
3. Clean the mower with a damp cloth or hand brush.
4. Inspect the mower carefully for worn, loose or damaged
parts. Check connections and screws and tighten if
necessary. Pay special attention to the mower blade and
replace/sharpen if it shows signs of wear. Refer to the
Maintenance and Care section.
5. Store the mower indoors in a dry, clean and cool area
out of the reach of children. Do not store the unit next to
corrosive materials, such as fertilizer and rock salt.
6. Do not cover the lawn mower with a solid plastic sheet.
Plastic coverings trap moisture around the mower,
which can damage the unit.
7. Press down the handle releasing button located on the
middle bar of the handle frame, meanwhile push the
upper handle frame to insert it into the lower handle
frame.
8. Press and hold the handle latch. Gently pivot the handle
frame toward the front of the mower until you hear and
feel the handle frame locks in the storage position
(Fig. 23).
Fig. 20
Blade
27 mm lug
wrench
Fig. 21
Blade
Lug nut
Fig. 23
Storage position
