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Sharpening The Cutting Blades (Fig. K-M)
When the mower is properly lubricated and adjusted,
sharpening should not be necessary for several years.
However, the following steps will allow you to do the
procedure yourself at relatively little expense.
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Remove the "E" rings
both sides of the mower (Refer to Figure K).
Fig. K
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Remove both pawls
shaft and reverse their positions (refer to Figure L).
Fig. L
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Reverse the placement of the pinion gears
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Place the left pinion
shaft and the right pinion on the left end of the reel shaft.
Replace the wheels and "E" rings
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Spread a thin layer of lapping compound on the front
edge of the reel blades.
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Adjust the cutter bar so that the cutter bar blade has light
but firm contact with the reel blades across the full width
of the cutter bar (refer to Figure M).
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, wheels
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and pinion
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20
from the rectangular slots in reel
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14
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on the right end of the reel
9
.
CAUTION: Do not overtighten the adjusting screws
18
screws must be tight on the final adjustment.
Fig. M
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from
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Push the mower backward on a smooth surface (such as
a sidewalk or paved driveway). Continue to do this until
the reel blades rotate relatively free and front edge of the
cutter bar blade is polished.
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Remove wheels
so that the beveled edge of the pawl
CAUTION: Clean any grinding compound or debris
from the cutter bar blade, reel blades, pinions and
pawls. Lubricate axle and pinion with a light film of
wheel bearing grease and replace wheels and "E" rings.
NOTE: It is recommended to use an industrial or valve
lapping compound between 100-240 grit. This is usually
available at an industrial or automotive supply store. If
professional sharpening is required, consult your local yellow
pages for lawn mower repair services.
Mowing Tips
WARNING: Always inspect area where mower is to
be used and remove all stones, sticks, wire, bones,
and other debris which might be thrown by the
rotating blade.
WARNING: Mow across the face of slopes, never
.
up-and-down. Exercise extreme caution when
changing direction on slopes. Do not mow excessively
steep slopes. Always maintain good footing.
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Set mower at highest cutting height when mowing in
rough ground or in tall weeds. Removing too much grass
at one time can cause the motor to be overloaded and
to stop.
and
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, as this could damage the cutter bar. Both
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19
16
; reverse pinions
ENGLISH
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and pawls
20
20
is on the right.
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