4. Use a wood block between the blade and the mower housing to prevent the blade from turning when
removing the blade bolt. (Fig. 26)
5. Remove the blade bolt by turning the bolt counter-clockwise.
6. Remove the blade.
NOTE: Make sure that the blade adaptor is not damaged. Examine the blade bolt for damage and make
sure the engine shaft is not bent.
TO ASSEMBLE THE BLADE
1. Put the blade adaptor on the engine crankshaft. Make sure the key in the adaptor and crankshaft keyway
are aligned.
MAINTENANCE
Fig. 25
Fig. 26
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