Greasing And Lubrication - Toro Z255 Operator's Manual

4. Pull the fuel line off fuel filter (Fig. 32). Open
fuel shut-off valve and allow gasoline to drain
into a gas can or drain pan.
Note: Now is the best time to install a new
fuel filter because the fuel tank is
empty.
5. Install the fuel line onto the fuel filter. Slide the
hose clamp close to the fuel filter to secure the
fuel line (Fig. 32).
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Figure 32
1. Fuel shut-off valve
2. Fuel filter
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3. Hose clamp
4. Fuel line

Greasing and Lubrication

Lubricate the machine when shown on the CHECK
SERVICE REFERENCE AID decal (Fig. 33). Grease
more frequently when operating conditions are
extremely dusty or sandy.
Grease Type: General-purpose grease.
How to Grease
1. Disengage the power take off (PTO) and turn the
ignition key to "OFF" to stop the engine. Move
controllers to neutral locked position and apply
parking brake. Remove the key.
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 until grease begins to ooze out of
the bearings.
4. Wipe up any excess grease.
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.
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