Maintenance
Remove the electric-start button and battery pack
from the machine before maintaining or cleaning the
machine.
Always shut off the machine, wait for all moving
parts to stop, and allow the machine to cool before
adjusting, servicing, cleaning, or storing it.
Use only the manufacturer's recommended
replacement parts and accessories.
Inspect and maintain the machine regularly. Have
the machine repaired only by an Authorized Service
Dealer.
Lubricating the Machine
You do not need to lubricate the machine; all the
bearings have been lubricated at the factory for the
life of the machine.
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.
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
When servicing the blade, the blade can still
move even though the power source is off.
The blade is sharp; contacting the blade can
result in serious personal injury.
• Keep your hands and feet away from a
moving blade.
• Wear gloves when servicing the blade.
1.
Remove the battery pack from the machine.
2.
Use a block of wood to hold the blade steady
(Figure
17).
3.
Remove the blade bolt and blade; save the
blade bolt
(Figure
17).
4.
Install the new blade and the blade bolt
18).
Important:
Position the curved ends of the
blade facing up toward the machine housing.
5.
Use a torque wrench to tighten the blade bolt
to 82 N∙m (60 ft-lb).
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