Lubrication - Ferris IS600Z Series Operator's Manual

6. Repeat the process detailed above but with the unit's
drive wheels on the ground. The procedure should be
performed in an area free of any objects or bystanders.
It may be necessary to repeat the process detailed above
until all the air is completely purged from the system. When
the transaxles/transmissions operate at normal noise levels
and move smoothly forward and reverse at normal speeds,
then the transaxles/transmissions are considered purged.

Lubrication

Lubricate the unit at the location shown in the following
figures as well as the lubrication points listed below.
Front caster wheel axles & yokes
Transmission cradle pivots
Deck lift pivot blocks
Mower deck spindles
Mower deck idler arm
Use grease fittings when present. Disassemble parts to apply
grease to moving parts when grease fittings are not installed.
Not all greases are compatible. Your product is manufactured
using Heavy Duty Lithium Complex EP, NLGI grade 2 grease
(p/n 5109902X1). It is recommended that you service your
product with similar grease. 5109902X1 is available through
your normal part source. Using non-compatible grease could
damage or cause premature parts failures.
Control handle pivots & linkages
Parking brake shaft pivots
Seat plate pivots
Deck lift pivot points
Discharge chute hinge
Generally, all moving metal parts should be oiled where
contact is made with other parts. Keep oil and grease off belts
and pulleys. Remember to wipe fittings and surfaces clean
both before and after lubrication.
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Grease
Oil
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