Toro Z Master 8000 Series Operator's Manual page 54

5. Rotate the opposite end of the blade to position
A.
6. Measure from a level surface to the cutting edge
of the blade at the same position as in step
above.
Note:
The difference between the dimensions
obtained in steps
1/8 inch (3 mm). If this dimension exceeds
1/8 inch (3 mm), the blade is bent and must be
replaced; refer to
54) and Sharpening the Blades (page
7. Repeat the previous steps for the opposite
blade.
WARNING
A blade that is bent or damaged could
break apart and could seriously injure or
kill you or bystanders.
• Always replace bent or damaged
blade with a new blade.
• Never file or create sharp notches in
the edges or surfaces of blade.
Removing the Blades
Note:
Make note of the red-colored blade position.
From the normal user position, it is located on the
right side.
Replace a blades if it hits a solid object, is out of
balance, or is bent. To ensure optimum performance
and continued safety conformance of the machine,
use genuine Toro replacement blades. Replacement
blades made by other manufacturers may result in
non-conformance with safety standards.
1. Lift the mower deck and secure in the raised
position. Refer to
the Service Position (page
2. Hold the blade end using a rag or thickly padded
glove.
3. Remove the blade, washer, and blade bolt that
secures the blade and blade driver
3 and 6 must not exceed
Removing the Blades (page
54).
Raising the Mower Deck into
17).
(Figure
3
1. Blade bolt
2. Washer
3. Shear bolts
4. Remove the blade driver from the existing blade
(Figure
Sharpening the Blades
1. Use a file to sharpen the cutting edge at both
ends of the blade
Note:
Maintain the original angle.
Note:
The blade retains its balance if the same
amount of material is removed from both cutting
edges.
1. Sharpen at original angle.
2. Check the balance of the blade by putting it on a
blade balancer
Note:
If the blade stays in a horizontal position,
the blade is balanced and can be used.
63).
Note:
If the blade is not balanced, file some
metal off the end of the sail area only
1. Blade
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Figure 63
4. Blade driver
5. Locknuts
63).
(Figure 64).
Figure 64
(Figure 65).
Figure 65
2. Balancer
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(Figure 64).
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