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Figure 44
Grease Front Castor Pivots
Lubricate the front castor pivots once a year.
1. Remove hex plug and cap. Thread a grease zerk into
hole.
2. Pump grease into zerk until it oozes out around top
bearing.
3. Remove grease zerk in hole. Reinstall hex plug and
cap.
Greasing the Bearings
The cutting unit must be lubricated regularly. Refer to the
Recommended Maintenance Schedule on page 26. Grease
with No. 2 general purpose lithium base or molybdenum
base grease.
1. Stop the engine, set the parking brake, remove the key
and disconnect the spark plug wire(s) from the spark
plug(s).
2. Grease the fittings on the three spindle bearings
(Fig. 45).
3. Grease the idler pulley pivot (Fig. 45).
4. Grease the fittings on the push arms (Fig. 45).
Figure 45
Where to Add Light Oil or Spray
Lubrication
Lubricate the machine in the following areas with spray
type lubricant or light oil. Lubricate every 160 hours.
Seat switch actuator.
Brake handle pivot.
Brake rod bushings.
Motion control bronze bushings.
Servicing the Hydraulic
System
Checking the Hydraulic Fluid
Check the hydraulic fluid level:
Before engine is first started.
After first 8 operating hours.
After 25 operating hours.
Fluid Type: Mobil 1 15W-50 synthetic motor oil.
Important
Use only oil specified. Other fluids could
cause system damage.
System Capacity: 67 oz. (2.0 l)
1. Position machine on a level surface, stop the engine
and set the parking brake.
2. Clean area around filler neck of hydraulic tank
(Fig. 46).
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