MAINTENANCE
CHECK THE BLADE ROTATION CONTROL
WARNING: To prevent an injury, the blade rotation
control must operate correctly.
In normal usage, the blade rotation control will not require an
adjustment. However, if the cutting performance decreases or the
quality of the cut is poor, make the following changes.
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Check the blade(s). Keep a sharp edge on the blade(s). A blade
that is not sharp will cause the tips of the grass to become
brown.
If the quality of cut has not improved, replace the mower drive
belt. See “How To Replace The Mower Drive Belt”. If replacing
the belt does not correct the problem, take the unit to an
authorised service centre.
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When you mow, make sure the throttle control is in the FAST
position.
Move the blade rotation control to the DISENGAGE position
(Figure 18).
Stop the engine. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug.
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Move the blade rotation control to the DISENGAGE position.
Stop the engine. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug.
Check the operation of the blade brake. Rotate the pulley with
your hand. Make sure the brake pad is pressed tightly against
the pulley (Figure 19).
WARNING: If the brake pad does not press tightly
against the pulley, take the unit to an authorised
service centre.
Move the blade rotation control to the ENGAGE position.
Check the pad for the blade brake. If the pad is worn or
damaged, replace the brake pad assemblies. Correct
replacement parts and assistance are available from an
authorised service centre.
10. Attach the wire to the spark plug. Mow for a short distance and
again check the operation of the blade rotation control.
11. When you move the blade rotation control to the
Figure 18
DISENGAGE position, all movement will stop within five
seconds. If there is movement of the belt or the blades
continue to rotate, engage and disengage the blade rotation
control five times to remove any excess rubber from a new
mower drive belt. If you need assistance, take the unit to an
authorised service centre.
Blade Brake
(Pad Against Pulley)
Figure 19
Disengage
Position
Blade Rotation Control
Engage Position
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