Toro TimeCutter ZS 3200S, Operator'S Manual

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Figure 52
1. Opposite blade edge (in position for measuring)
2. Level surface
3. Second measured distance between blade and surface (B)
A. If the difference between A and B is greater than
3 mm (1/8 inch), replace the blade with a new
blade; refer to
Removing the Blades (page 40) and
Installing the Blades (page 41) .
Note:
If a bent blade is replaced with a new one,
and the dimension obtained continues to exceed
3mm (1/8 inch), the blade spindle could be bent.
Contact an Authorized Toro Dealer for service.
B. If the variance is within constraints, move to the
next blade.
Repeat this procedure on each blade.
Removing the Blades
The blades must be replaced if a solid object is hit, if the
blade is out of balance, or if the blade is 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 non-conformance with safety standards.
1. Hold the blade end using a rag or thickly-padded glove.
2. Remove the blade stiffener (32-inch decks only), blade
bolt, the curved washer, and the blade from the spindle
shaft (
Figure 53 and Figure 54 ).
Figure 53
32-inch decks
1. Sail area of the blade 4. Blade bolt
2. Blade
5. Blade stiffener
3. Curved washer
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Figure 54
42-inch decks
1. Sail area of the blade 3. Curved washer
2. Blade 4. Blade bolt
Sharpening the Blades
1. Use a file to sharpen the cutting edge at both ends of
the blade (
Figure 55 ).
Note:
Maintain the original angle.
Note:
The blade retains its balance if the same amount
of material is removed from both cutting edges.
Figure 55
1. Sharpen at original angle
2. Check the balance of the blade by putting it on a blade
balancer (
Figure 56 ).
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