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Section 7
Figure 7-9 Blade Replacement
7.9 TIRES
Check the tire pressures after every 8 hours of operation or
daily.
Caster Wheels ......................................... 25 PSI
Drive Wheels .......................................... 8 PSI
3. Secure the cutter blades to prevent them from rotating,
(Use the optional Blade Buddy tool, P/N 9212, to assist
in securing the cutter blades), remove the blade attaching
bolt. Remove the cutter blade, bolt, lockwasher and
flatwasher from the spindle shaft. (Figure 7-9).
4. To install the new cutter blade, put the lockwasher and
flatwasher onto the blade bolt and slide the bolt into the
hole in the cutter blade.
-NOTE-
Be sure that the blade is installed with the lift wing
toward the top of the cutter deck.
5. Install the cutter blade onto the cutter spindle shaft.
Secure the blades from rotating and torque to 75 lbs-ft.
(See Figure 7-9).
CAUTION:
7.10 BODY, DECK, AND UPHOLSTERY
Do not wash any portion of the equipment
while it is hot. Do not wash the engine; use
compressed air.
1. After each use, wash the mower and cutter deck. Use
cold water and automotive cleaners. Do not use
pressure cleaners.
2. Do not spray electrical components.
3. Use a mild soap solution or a vinyl/rubber cleaner to
clean the seat.
4. Repair damaged metal surfaces using Scag touch-up
paint (P/N 48521) available from your authorized Scag
dealer. Wax the mower with an automotive paint wax
for maximum paint protection.
5/8-11 x 1-1/2" HEX HEAD BOLT
TORQUE TO 75 LB-FT
LOCKWA
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FLATWA
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CUTTER BLADE