Ryobi ACRM006 Operation Manual - Page 2

 Remove the blade nut, spring washer, and blade.  Place the new blade on the shaft against the corresponding blade posts. Ensure blade is properly seated with shaft going through center blade hole and the two blade posts inserted into their respective holes on the blade. Make sure it is installed with the curved ends pointing up toward the mower deck and not down toward the ground. When seated properly, the straight sides should be aligned and the blade should be flat against the blade posts.  Replace the spring washer, then thread the blade nut on the shaft and finger tighten.  Torque the blade nut down clockwise using a torque wrench (not provided) to ensure the bolt is properly tightened. The recommended torque for the blade nut is 600-650 in. lbs. WARNING: Ensure blade is properly seated and the blade nut is tightened to the torque specifications above. Failure to properly attach the blade could cause it to come loose and result in possible serious personal injury.  Repeat with second blade, if needed. TECHTRONIC INDUSTRIES POWER EQUIPMENT P.O. Box 1288 Anderson, SC 29622 1-800-860-4050 www.ryobitools.com English 995000770 12-20-18 (REV:02)