SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENT
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F–041105C
HOW TO REPLACE THE BLADE
The blade is subject to wear and damage,
such as nicks and dents. This will not gener-
ally affect its function.
The blade is designed to not require sharp-
ening. Do not attempt to sharpen the blade.
The blade is also reversible. If nicks or
dents are excessive, remove the blade and
turn it around. This will provide a fresh cut-
ting edge. Replace the blade if both sides
are worn or damaged.
WARNING: Do not sharpen the
blade. Sharpening can damage
the blade and cause it to break,
which can cause injury to yourself or to
others.
To replace the
blade
, follow the steps below.
1. Disconnect the spark plug wire from the
spark plug.
2. Remove the
blade locknut
that holds
the
blade
to the drive shaft.
WARNING: To remove or tigh-
ten the blade locknut, always
use the method shown in
Figure 13. Always position the holding
wrench on the nut behind the blade.
3. Remove the
blade
.
4. Install a new
blade
and
blade locknut
.
Tighten the
blade locknut
to a torque of
40–45 foot pounds.
Figure 13
Blade Locknut
Turn Wrench
To Tighten Locknut
Hold Nut,
Do Not Turn
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