C and D series mowers
8
Blade Removal
To remove the cutting blade:
1. Make the mower safe to tip-up.
1a. Allow the engine to cool if it has been run
recently.
1b. Drain the fuel tank to a level that will prevent
spillage.
1c. Disconnect and ground the spark plug wire.
2. Tip the mower with the muffler side down, or tilt the
mower back on a lift or workbench. Secure the
mower safely so that it will not fall. See Figure 2.1.
3. Block the blade from rotating using a block of wood
or a blade holder tool.
NOTE: MTD blade holding tool, part number 490-
850-0005, can be used block the blade.
See Figure 2.2.
4. Remove the blade bolt and diamond-shaped
Belleville blade spring using a 5/8” wrench.
! WARNING! WARNING
Before tipping the mower to work on it, make sure it will not start unexpectedly, spill
fuel, or create a burn hazard. The engine should be cool, the fuel tank should be
empty or nearly empty, and the ignition system should be fully disabled.
Figure 2.1
Mower secured in vertical
position on a lift provides
easy access under the deck.
Figure 2.2
Blade holding tool
Blade bolt
Use care around the blade while
removing or tightening the bolt. The
blade can spin and cause injury.
! CAUTION! CAUTION
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