SECTION 4 – SXM54, SXM60 MOWER DECK
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MAINTENANCE
MOWER BLADE REMOVAL AND
INSTALLATION
Blade Removal
WARNING
Do not work under the raised tractor or
mower deck unless it is securely supported
by a hoist or floor jack and jackstands.
WARNING
To avoid injury when handling blades, wear
leather gloves or wrap the blades in the area
where they will be held with heavy cloth or
other protective material.
1. Remove the mower deck from the tractor.
(See "Mower Deck Removal")
2. Turn the deck over to expose the blades.
3. Wedge a block of wood between the blade
① and mower housing ② to prevent the
spindle from rotating.
4. Use a 1 -3/16" socket or long handle box
wrench to loosen the blade retaining bolt.
5. Remove the bolt ① spacer ② two cup
washers ③ and blade ④.
6. Repeat steps 1 - 5 for the remaining two
blades.
IMPORTANT: Note and mark the mounting
position of each blade during removal. For
prolonged blade life it is recommended to rotate
the blades to different spindles during
installation.
Inspection
1. Inspect the blades for chipping, cracking or
bent. Any damage that is not repairable
through sharpening only, warrants blade
replacement.
2. Inspect the cup washers. If washers are
flattened, worn or damaged, replace with
new washers.
IMPORTANT: Damaged or Worn cup washers
will allow the blade to slip excessively causing
wear and damage to other deck components. Do
not use worn or damaged cup washers.
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