Walk Behind Blade Removal

How is the blade from my walk behind lawnmower removed?

BLADE SERVICE

WARNING: Before you inspect the blade or the blade adapter, disconnect the wire to the spark plug. The blade has sharp edges. If the blade hits an object, stop the engine. Disconnect the wire to the spark plug. Check the unit for damage.

Frequently check the blade for wear or damage such as cracks. Frequently check the bolt that holds the blade. Keep the bolt tight. If the blade hits an object, stop the engine. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug. Check the blade adapter (A, Figure 21) for damage. Check for a bent/damaged blade, a badly worn blade, or other damage.

Before you operate the unit, damage parts must be replaced with factory replacement parts. For safety, replace the blade every two years. Keep a sharp edge on the blade. A blade that is not sharp will cause the ends of the grass to become brown.

BLADE REMOVAL

WARNING: Before you remove the blade, disconnect the wire to the spark plug. The blade has sharp edges. When you hold the blade, use gloves or cloth material to protect your hands.

The following is the blade removal procedure for a typical walk behind lawnmower:

  1. Drain the fuel tank.
  2. Lift the side of the mower that has the muffler or spark plug.
  3. Use a piece of wood to deep the blade from rotating.
  4. Remove the bolt (B, Figure 21) that holds the blade. Briggs & Stratton engines that are used on walk behind lawnmowers use a right hand thread and would be loosened by turning counter-clockwise with a 9/16" wrench.
  5. Check the blade (C) according to the "Blade Service" instructions. Replace a badly worn or damaged blade with a factory replacement blade.
  6. Mount the blade with the curved edges toward the housing. If the blade is upside down, the blade will not cut correctly and can cause an accident.
  7. Fasten the blade with original washers (D) and bolt. Make sure the outside rim of the Belleville washers are toward the blade.
  8. Tighten the bolt that holds the blade to a torque of 30 ft. lbs.

WARNING: Always keep the bolt that holds the blade tight. A loose bolt or blade can cause an accident.