Bushranger 500SF, Assembly And Owner'S Manual

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MAINTENANCE
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If the disc is damaged, it will need replacing as follows:
1. Tip the lawnmower with its spark plug upward - refer to engine manual.
2. Remove the centre bolt; pull the disc blade assembly off the three locating pins on
the boss.
3. Assemble in reverse order and torque to 50 Nm.
Disc blade assembly:
To maintain balance, always fit
a complete set of blades and
fasteners.
1. Set the lawnmower to
highest cutting height.
2. Lift the rear flap and
prop open to allow
access to the blade
area.
3. Remove each blade,
blade retaining bolt,
nut, washer and
discard.
4. Fit the new blades, blade bolts, washer and nuts.
5. Torque the blade nuts (20 Nm) and check each blade is free to move after
lightening.
6. Remove the prop from the rear flap and replace the spark plug cable.
Always disconnect the spark
plug lead when working on the disc blade
assembly. This will prevent accidental starting of
the engine.