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Normal Care
A WARNING
Before performing any maintenance, make sure
front clutch switch is off, the engine is stopped,
ignition key is removed and parking brake is set.
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NORMAL CARE INSTRUCTIONS
1. Before Each Use. Check the mower to be sure all
screws, nuts, bolts, and pins are in place and
securely fastened.
2. After Each Use. Check the underside of the mower
to remove all accumulated grass and dirt.
3. Every 25 Hours. With a grease gun, apply 2 or 3
shots of lithium base automotive grease to the
grease fitting inside the idler support bracket (figure
18). Keep grass off belts and pulleys.
4. Yearly. At least once a year check and lubricate
mower idler pulley pivot (see figure 19).
5. Yearly. At least once a year, and more often under
heavy use and immediately after striking any hard
object, clean, sharpen, and balance the mower
blades. See figure 19.
6. Yearly. Check front clutch PTO shafts for rust and
wear. Clean out any dirt and debris. Lubricate with
light-weight oil or chain lube.
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1. Remove mower from tractor. (Refer
to procedure in Installation and
Adjustment Section).
2. Remove cotter pins to lift the bail
assembly.
3. Remove the taptite screws to remove
the right-hand cover (both covers can
be removed to check/clean inside of
mower deck).
4. Apply a few drops of oil to idler
pulley pivot. Be sure idler pivots freely.
5. Reinstall cover and taptite screws.
6. Reinstall adjusting rods or bail assem¬
bly and secure with cotter pins. Be sure
to spread legs of cotter pins.
Figure 19. Lubricate Idler Pulley Pivot (Yearly Care)
STORAGE
To protect your mower, store it in an enclosed, dry area.
To prepare the mower for off-season storage, perform the
following.
1. Remove mower from tractor. (Refer to procedure
in Installation and Adjustment Section).
2. Clean underside of mower to remove all grass and
dirt.
3. Coat all bare metal surfaces with paint or light coat
of oil to prevent rusting.
4. Check, sharpen, and balance the mower blades (see
figure 20).
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