ENCORE
8
BLOCK OF WOOD
Fig. 7
BLADES
When removing blades, block front end up or
run front wheels onto ramps. Stop engine
,
remove key from the ignition switch
, and
apply park brake. To remove, simply hold
blade bolt on bottom of the cutter housing
(See Fig. 7) and turn nut counter-clockwise.
Reverse procedure to reinstall. Blade bolts
should be torqued to 90 ft.lbs.
Note:
Deck spring washer should always be
cup side up or cup side to blade to insure
proper torque on the blades.
CAUTION:
Mower blades are sharp and can cut you
during blade maintenance or adjustment.
Use suitable covering over cutting edges of
blades to prevent bodily harm.
WARNING:
NEVER RUN THE ENGINE IF THE
BATTERY IS REMOVED OR IF THE
BATTERY IS NOT CONNECTED TO
THE CHARGING SYSTEM. SERIOUS
DAMAGE TO CHARGING SYSTEM
COMPONENTS MAY RESULT.
To obtain optimum mowing results, mower
blades should be kept sharp and well
balanced. File or grind blades evenly. Take
care to retain angle of original cutting edge.
CHARGING SYSTEM
An alternator is used to charge the battery.
The alternator charging system normally
requires no service other than periodically
checking that all exposed wiring and electrical
connections on the machine are clean, tight
and in good condition.
Proper polarity is critical with an alternator
equipped charging systems. Always
disconnect battery cable (negative) before
working on any part of the electrical system.
Verify all components are connected correctly
before reconnecting ground cable (negative)
or damage to alternator system components
will result.
DECK LEVELING
ADJUSTMENT
Before checking the deck level makes sure
that tire pressures are inflated to the proper
level. Begin by setting the deck to a fixed
position and pointing the blades to the front
edge of the deck.
Measuring from the blade to the ground
on each side of the deck will give the best
reading. To adjust deck position loosen the
Fig. 8
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