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maintained. If the cutting edge of a blade has
been sharpened to within 5/8 inch of the wind
wing radius (see Figure 63), it is recommended
that new blades be installed. New blades are
available at your authorized dealer.
Figure 63
When removing the blades, use a 1-1/8 inch wrench to
hold the hex head of the spindle bolt when loosening
the hex nut securing the blade. A block of wood may
be placed between the deck housing and the cutting
edge of the blade to assist in removal of the hex nut
securing the blade (Refer to Figure 64).
Figure 64
After replacing the blades, apply grease the exposed
threads at the bottom of the spindle bolts to prevent
rust buildup.
When replacing the blades, be sure they are installed
so that the wind wings are pointing upward toward the
top of the deck housing. Tighten the nuts to 90 to 110
ft-lbs. (122 to 149 N·m).
LUBRICATION
NOTE: We do not recommend the use of a pressure
washer or garden hose to clean your unit. They may
cause damage to electrical components, spindles,
pulleys, bearings, or the engine. The use of water will
result in shortened life and reduce serviceability.
After every 10 hours of operation and/or before putting
the deck into winter storage, lubricate the spindle as-
semblies and the spindle belt idler arm with 251H EP
grease or an equivalent No. 2 multipurpose lithium
grease. Excess grease will be expelled from the invert-
ed upper seals of the spindle assemblies. Listen for the
muffled crackling noise of grease being expelled
through the seal to indicate the spindle assembly is ful-
ly greased. Refer to Figure 65.
Every 50 hours, or twice yearly, lubricate the double
pulley with 251H EP grease or an equivalent No. 2
multipurpose lithium grease. Do not over lubricate.
Refer to Figure 65.
Figure 65
SPINDLE DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT
In order to replace the spindle drive belt, refer to
Figures 65 and 66 and proceed as follows:
1.
Disengage the idler arm lever from its stop bracket
and rotate the lever to the outside of the deck to
release the spring tension.
2.
Remove the hex nuts and lock washers that
secure the spindle belt covers to the deck.
3.
Remove the spindle belt covers to expose the belt.
4.
Pull the movable flat idler pulley away from the
backside of the belt and slip the belt under the idler
pulley.
5.
Remove the old drive belt from the spindle pulleys
and flat idler pulley.
WIND
WING
5/8" FROM
RADIUS
HEX NUT
1-1/8" WRENCH
WOOD BLOCK
IN POSITION
1. Spindle Belt Cover
2. Hex Nuts & Lock Washers
3. Idler Arm Lever
4. Stop Bracket
6. Spindle Assembly
Grease Fittings
7. Idler Arm
Grease Fitting
5. Front Ball Wheels
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
5
6
8
6
6
7
7
8. Double Pulley