Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire.
Allow the blade to come to a complete stop.
Turn the mower on its side (carburetor facing up).
Wedge a block of wood between the blade and mower
deck to prevent the blade from turning.
Usinga9/16-in.wrenchorsocket(notprovided),loosen
the blade bolt by turning the bolt in a counterclockwise
direction as viewed from the bottom of the mower.
Remove the blade bolt, lock washer, flat washer, and
blade.
Place the new blade on the shaft. Make sure it is installed
with the curved ends pointing up toward the mower deck
and not down toward the ground.
Replace the flat washer, lock washer, and blade bolt on
the shaft. Finger tighten the bolt by turning in a clockwise
direction as viewed from the bottom of the mower.
NOTE:Makecertainallpartsarereplacedintheexact
order in which they were removed.
Torque the blade bolt down using a torque wrench
(not provided) to ensure the bolt is properly tight-
ened. The recommended torque for the blade bolt is
48–55 Nm (35–40 ft.lb.).
NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening the blade, but if
you do, be sure the blade is balanced before reinstalling.
REPLACING WHEELS (Fig. 9)
To replace a wheel:
Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire.
Allow the blade to come to a complete stop.
Removethenutfromthewheelaxle,thenremovethe
wheel.
Replace with new wheel and reinstall nut to secure.
CLEANING AIR FILTER (Fig. 10)
For proper performance and long life, keep the air filter
clean.
Remove the air filter cover by pushing in on the latch
with your thumb while gently pulling on the cover.
Remove the air filter and clean it in warm soapy water.
Rinse and let dry completely.
Apply a light coat of engine oil to the air filter, then
squeeze it out using an absorbent cloth or paper
towel.
Reinstall the air filter into the air filter base.
Replace and secure the air filter cover.
NOTE: The filter should be replaced annually for best
performance.
WARNING
When servicing, use only identical replacement
parts.Useofanyotherpartsmaycreateahazard
or cause product damage.
WARNING
Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with
side shields during power tool operation or when
blowing dust. If operation is dusty, also wear a
dust mask.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most
plastics are susceptible to damage from various types
of commercial solvents and may be damaged by their
use.Usecleanclothstoremovedirt,dust,oil,grease,
etc.
Periodically check all nuts and bolts for proper tightness
to ensure safe operation of the mower.
Remove any buildup of grass and leaves on or around
the engine and engine cover. Wipe the mower clean with
a dry cloth occasionally. Do not use water.
LUBRICATION
All of the bearings in this product are lubricated with a suf-
ficient amount of high grade lubricant for the life of the unit
under normal operating conditions. Therefore, no further
bearing lubrication is required.
WARNING
Always protect hands by wearing heavy gloves
and/or wrapping the cutting edges of the blade
with rags and other material when performing
blade maintenance. Improper handling of blade
could result in serious personal injury.
WARNING
Before performing any maintenance, stop the
mower, allow the blade to come to a complete
stop, and disconnect the spark plug wire from the
spark plug. Failure to follow this warning could
result in serious personal injury.
REPLACING THE CUTTING BLADE (Fig. 8)
For best results, the mower blade must be kept sharp.
Replace a bent or damaged blade immediately.
WARNING
Only use replacement blades approved by the
manufacturer of your mower. Using a blade not
approved by the manufacturer of your mower
is hazardous and could result in serious injury,
damage your mower, and void your warranty.
MAINTENANCE
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