Operating and maintenance instructions
8.3 Sharpening instructions – metal cutting
blades (accessory)
(Diagram: 3-tooth brush cutting blade)
When the blades become slightly blunt, sharpen
the edges of the cutting tips with a flat file at a 30°
angle.
For the 3-tooth brush cutting blade, file the
edges from both sides; for the 4-tooth grass
cutting blade, file only from one side.
All cutting edges need to be filed back equally, if
the wear and tear is substantial, or if there are
broken-off cutting edges. It is necessary to check
for imbalance and if necessary, to make
corrections by additional filing. The sharpening
angle is 30°.
For the 3-tooth brush cutting blade, your dealer
offers a sharpening jig (part no.: 0080548) to help
with sharpening.
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8.4 Gearbox lubrication
To lubricate the bevel gear drive, use SOLO
"Special gearbox grease" (part no. 008318025).
Check the grease level weekly and top up, if
required (approx. every 20 - 50 hours).
Remove the filler plug from the side of the gearbox.
If no grease is visible inside, top up with grease
(top-up quantity approx. 5 – 10 g).
Replace and tighten the filler plug.
Please note: Do not overfill with grease, as that
may lead to the gearbox overheating. Never fill the
gearbox casing to the top with grease.
Tip: If required, top up with a maximum of 5g
grease. It is preferable to check more frequently
(e.g. before you start working) whether grease is
still visible.
Your SOLO dealer workshop is happy to help you
in case of doubt.