Greasing And Lubrication; Tire Pressure - Toro Wheel Horse 16–44 HXLE Operator's Manual

Maintenance

Greasing and Lubrication

Service Interval/Specification
Grease the machine after every 25 operating hours or
once a year, whichever occurs first. Grease more
frequently when operating conditions are extremely
dusty or sandy.
Grease Type: General-purpose grease.
How to Grease
1.
Disengage the blade control (PTO), set the
parking brake, and turn the ignition key to
"OFF" to stop the engine.
2.
Clean the grease fittings with a rag. Make sure to
scrape any paint off the front of the fitting(s).
3.
Connect a grease gun to the fitting. Pump grease
into the fittings.
4. Wipe up any excess grease.
Where to Add Grease
1.
Lubricate the front wheels and steering spindles
until grease begins to ooze out the bearings (Fig.
22).
Figure 22
22

Tire Pressure

Service Interval/Specification
Maintain the air pressure in the front and rear tires as
specified. Check the pressure at the valve stem after
every 25 operating hours or yearly, whichever occurs
first (Fig. 23). Check the tires when they are cold to
get the most accurate pressure reading.
Pressure: 12 psi (.85 kPa) front and rear
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Figure 23
1. Valve stem
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