Hustler Turf 929125 - Manual (Page 81)

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Mower blade removal
Use a 15/16" wrench to remove the 5/8" cap screw holding the blade to the spindle shaft from underneath.
Blade Lock Tool, part number 381442, is available from your dealer to prevent the blades from turning while
removing or and installing the blade bolts.
Sharpen the blades on a grinder following pattern as shown (FIG. 29). Touch-up sharpening can be done with a file.
Check the blades for balance following grinding. A commercial balancing tool is available through most hardware
supply stores, or balancing can be done by placing the blade on an inverted line punch or 5/8" bolt. Blade should not
lean or tilt. Spin the blade slowly, blade should not wobble. If blade is out of balance, true it up before reinstalling.
Lay the blade on a flat surface and check for distortion (FIG. 30 and FIG. 31). Replace any distorted blade.
Do not re-use spindle bolts which have stripped, worn or undercut threads. Torque bolts on spindles to 118 foot-
pounds when reinstalling blades.
IMPORTANT: The blade sail (curved part) must be pointing upward toward the inside of the deck to ensure proper
cutting.
WARNING: When mounting blades, rotate them after installation to ensure blade tips do not touch
each other or sides of the mower.
WARNING: Failure to correctly torque the bolt may result in the loss of the blade which can cause
serious injury.
WARNING: Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves and use extra
caution when servicing them.