Ariens 927065 - Manual (Page 25)

7.3 MOWER BLADE REPLACEMENT
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CAUTION: Mower blades are sharp and can
cut you. Wrap the blades or wear gloves, and
use extra caution when servicing them.
28 And 32-inch Mower Decks (Figure 22)
Remove
1. Place mower lift lever in the highest position.
2. Block mower blade to prevent rotation.
3. Remove mower blade from clutch.
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1. Install mower blade on clutch.
2. Torque hex bolts to 45-55 Ib-ft (61-75 Nm).
40-inch Mower Deck (Figure 23)
NOTE: The 40-inch mower deck has two mower
blades.
Remove
2. Block mower blades to prevent rotation.
3. Remove mower blades and blade trays from
spindles.
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1. Install blade trays and mower blades on spindles.
2. Torque 3/4 in. jam nuts to 50-60 Ib-ft (68-81 Nm).
7.4 ELECTRIC CLUTCH - 28 AND 32-INCH
MOWER DECKS
Remove (Figure 24)
1. Remove mower deck from unit.
2. Remove mower blade and debris shield.
3. Unbolt clutch from anti-rotation stop.
4. Remove bolt from center of spindle shaft. Clutch
should slide off the shaft.
Install
Clutch is installed in reverse order.
NOTE: Check keyways for burrs.
7.5 28 AND 32-INCH MOWER SPINDLE
REPAIR
To remove the spindle bearings:
1. Remove mower deck from the unit.
2. Unscrew the bolt at the center of the top pulley.
3. Remove the pulley and key from the shaft. The
shaft with the clutch and blades should drop out of
the spindle housing.
4. Press out the bearings. Remove the spacer and
slinger from inside the spindle housing.
The bearing should be replaced, do not service.
Reinstall in reverse order.
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