5 - REPAIR PROCEDURES
CAUTION: All repair procedures must be done by authorized dealerships. It is not
recommended that untrained individuals perform any repair work. The following
operations are detailed for qualified personnel only.
5.01 - Blade Spindle
To remove a blade spindle:
1. Remove the belt
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2. Remove the nut holding the pulley to the spindle shaft (see fig. 14).
3. Remove the blades
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4. Unbolt the bolts holding the rotor support to the mower deck.
5. If necessary remove and replace the bearings from the rotor using presses or
extractors.
6. Reassemble in reverse order ensuring that the nut securing the top pulley (see
fig. 14) is tightened to 118 lb. ft.
5.02 - Suggested Spare Parts
It is suggested that the following spare parts be kept on hand for the mower at all times
to prevent a minor problem from delaying work.
2Belts
3Washers
3Blade bolts
3Blades
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5.03 - Storage
After seasonal use it is important to perform the following for prolonged storage:
1. Wash the mower carefully.
2. Inspect the mower and replace worn or damaged parts.
3. Tighten all hardware.
4. Grease all areas indicated under Maintenance
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5. Loosen the belts if the mower is to be stored for an extended length of time.
6. Cover the mower from the elements in order to have it in perfect condition for the
start of the next season.
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See Chapter 4 - Maintenance.
14
See Section 4.03 - Blade Maintenance.
13
See Section 4.05 - Belt Replacement.