LawnMaster CLMF2434G Manual De Instrucciones página 26

MAINTENANCE
location.
hold the blade, in order to prevent the blade from turning when the blade nut is being removed.
towards the mower deck and not down towards the ground. Ensure that the blade is positioned
correctly (Fig. 21).
properly tightened.
NOTE: Make certain all parts are replaced in the exact order in which they were removed.
Sharpening the Blade (See Fig. 22)
For best mowing performance, the mower blade must be kept sharp. A dull blade does not cut
grass evenly and overloads the motor. If your lawn has sandy soil, more frequent sharpening may
be required.
blade. DO NOT attempt to sharpen the blade while it is attached to the mower.
removing equal amounts of material from both ends (Fig. 22).
WARNING
When removing, inspect the blade carefully. If the blade is bent or damaged, replace immediately
with a new blade. Failure to replace a bent or damaged blade could cause an accident resulting in
Balancing the Blade (See Fig. 23)
When sharpening, care should be taken to keep the blade balanced. An unbalanced blade will
cause excessive vibration when the mower is running. This vibration will eventually cause damage
to the mower, especially the motor.
To check the blade balance:
NOTE: If a vise is not available, a straight nail can also be used.
downward, sharpen the heavy side until the blade is balanced.
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