5. Make sure the spark plug cable is disconnected from
the engine.
CAUTION: To prevent accidental start,
always disconnect the spark plug cable
and put the wire where it cannot touch
the spark plug.
6. Pull the blade around by hand and make sure it
rotates freely.
To replace the blade
1. Lock the blade with a block of wood.
2. Remove the blade bolt.
3. Remove the blade.
4. Examine the blade support and blade bolt to see if
there are damages.
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5. Examine the engine shaft to make sure that it is not
bent.
6. When you attach the new blade, point the angled
ends of the blade in the direction of the cutting cover.
7. Make sure that the blade is aligned with the center of
the engine shaft.
8. Lock the blade with a block of wood. Attach the
spring washer and tighten the bolt and washer with a
torque of 47-54 Nm.
9. Pull the blade around by hand and make sure that it
turns freely.
WARNING: Use heavy duty gloves. The
blade is very sharp and cuts can easily
occur.
10. Start the product to do a test of the blade. If the
blade is not correctly attached, there is vibration in
the product or the cutting result is unsatisfactory.
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