Blade Service (continued)
Sharpening the Blades
G000552s
1. Use a file to sharpen the cutting edge at both
ends of the blade. Ensure to maintain the
original angle
.
Note: Remove the same amount of material
from both cutting edges so that the blade
retains its balance.
G000553s
2. Check the balance of the blade by putting it
on a blade balancer
.
Note: If the blade stays in a horizontal
position, the blade is balanced and can be
used.
If the blade is not balanced, file some metal off the end of the sail area only.
3. Repeat this procedure until the blade is balanced.
Installing the Blades
WARNING
Operating a machine after incorrectly installing the blade assembly and/or not using
genuine Toro blade and blade hardware could allow a blade or blade component to be
thrown out from under the deck, resulting in serious injury or death.
Always install genuine Toro blades and blade hardware according to the instructions.
G448104
1. Install the blade as shown.
Note: The curved part of the blade must be
pointing upward toward the inside of the
mower to ensure proper cutting.
2. Torque the blade bolt to 81 to 108 N·m (60 to
80 ft-lb).
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