Replacing the Fuse
Electric-Start Model Only
If the battery does not charge or the engine does not
run with the electric starter, the fuse may be blown.
Replace it with a 40 A plug-in type fuse.
1.
Unclip the battery cover and remove it
23).
Figure 23
1. Battery cover
2. Foam
2.
Insert the fuse into the fuse holder
Figure 24
3.
Install the battery cover.
(Figure
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3. Battery
4. Fuse holder
(Figure
24).
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Replacing the Blade
Service Interval: Yearly
Important:
You will need a torque wrench to
install the blade properly. If you do not have a
torque wrench or are uncomfortable performing
this procedure, contact an Authorized Service
Dealer.
Examine the blade whenever you run out of fuel. If the
blade is damaged or cracked, replace it immediately.
If the blade edge is dull or nicked, have it sharpened
and balanced, or replace it.
WARNING
The blade is sharp; contacting the blade can
result in serious personal injury.
Wear gloves when servicing the blade.
1.
Refer to
Preparing for Maintenance (page
2.
Tip the machine onto its side with the air filter up.
3.
Use a block of wood to hold the blade steady
(Figure
25).
4.
Remove the blade, saving all mounting hardware
(Figure
25).
5.
Install the new blade and all mounting hardware
(Figure
26).
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Figure 25
16).
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