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MAINTENANCE
CHECK FOR BENT BLADE
1.
Park mower on a level surface. Turn PTO switch
OFF, turn engine OFF engage parking brake and
disconnect spark plug wire(s).
2.
Rotate blade(s) until the ends face forward and
backward. Measure from inside of cutting unit to
cutting edge at front of blade (Fig. 10), and remember
this dimension.
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Figure 10
3.
Rotate opposite end of blade forward. Measure
between the cutting unit and cutting edge of blade at
the same position as in step 2. The difference between
dimensions obtained in steps 2 and 3 must not exceed
1/8 in. (3mm). If dimension exceeds 1/8 in. (3mm),
replace the blade(s) because it is bent: refer to
Replacing Cutter Blade.
WARNING
Do not try to straighten a blade that is bent, and
never weld a broken or cracked blade. Always
use a new blade to assure safety.
REPLACE CUTTER BLADE
Blade(s) must be replaced if a solid object is hit, the
blade is outofbalance or bent. To ensure optimum
performance and continued safety conformance of the
machine, use genuine TORO replacement blades.
Replacement blades made by other manufacturers
may result in nonconformance with safety standards.
1.
Park mower on a level surface. Turn PTO switch
OFF, turn engine OFF, engage parking brake and
disconnect spark plug wire(s).
2.
Hold the blade end using a rag or thickly padded
glove. Remove blade bolt, lock washer, antiscalp cup
and blade from spindle shaft (Fig. 11).
1
2
3
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Figure 11
1
Blade bolt
2
Lock washer
3
Anti-scalp cup
3.
Install bladesail facing toward cutting unit with
antiscalp cup, lock washer and blade bolt (Fig. 11).
Torque blade bolt to 85-110 ft. lb.
