
WORKSHOP MANUAL
ZT 5132 T
Chapter
6 - CUTTING DECK
EDITION
2017
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6.2 BLADE MAINTENANCE
6.2.1 Access to the lower section of the cutting deck
NOTE
All operations described in this section can be performed without having to remove the
cutting deck from the machine.
To make the lower section of the cutting deck
more accessible, it is recommended to:
• Lift the front part of the machine
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Place two blocks (1) about 50 cm high under the
front wheels.
WARNING!
Engage the parking brake.
Do not exceed the angle of 25° when lifting
the front part.
6.2.2 Checking blade alignment
WARNING!
- Always wear protective gloves when handling the blades.
WARNING!
-The three blades are connected to each other; the rotation of each blade
engages the rotation of the other two.
1. Grasp two blades firmly together and rotate them
so as to bring the cutting edges closer, then check
that the gap between the two ends does not exceed
4-5 mm.
2. Repeat the operation approaching the cutting edges
of the blades in the various different combinations.
Higher values can be caused by a deformation of the
blades or of the flange support components. If this hap-
pens, replace all relative parts.
6.2.3 Checking blade condition
Carefully check the blades for breakages, deforma-
tions or cracks on both the blade and the fins.
WARNING!
- Impaired blades must always
be replaced and never repaired or straightened; to
do so would cause damage or injury in the event
of breakage during use.
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