Scotts S2048 - Manual (Page 57)

Service Mower - Page 53
SERVICE MOWER
Sharpening Blades
1. Sharpen blades with grinder, hand file or electric
blade sharpener.
2. Keep original bevel (A) when you grind.
3. Blade should have 0.40 mm (1/64 in.) cutting edge
(B).
Balancing Blades
1. Clean blade.
2. Put blade on nail in vise or on vertical wall stud. Turn
blade to horizontal position.
3. If blade is not balanced, heavy end of blade will drop.
4. Grind bevel of heavy end. Do not change bevel.
c
CAUTION: Avoid injury. Wear goggles and
gloves when you handle blades.
c
CAUTION: Avoid injury. Wear goggles and
gloves when you handle blades.
A
B