Lubrication - Snapper 5900700 Operator's Manual

Lubrication

Lubricate the unit at the locations shown in Figures 19 as
well as the following lubrication points.
Grease:
• front caster wheel axles & yokes
• 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. Red Grease (p/n 5022285)
is recommended, automotive-type high-temperature, lithium
grease may be used when this is not available.
Oil:
• control handle pivots
• deck lift pivots
• discharge chute hinge
• neutral return pedal pivots
A
B
Figure 19. Lubrication Points
A. Mower Deck Lubrication Points
C. General Lubrication Points (Left Side Shown, Right Side points identical.)
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.
Lubricating the Front Casters:
NOTE: Front casters should be lubricated annually.
1. Remove the 1/4-28 bolt (A, Figure 20) screwed into the
front caster and install a 1/4-28 grease fitting.
2. Grease the front caster.
3. Remove the 1/4-28 grease fitting and reinstall the 1/4-28
bolt.
4. Repeat process for the other side of the machine.
Figure 20. Front Caster & Wheel
A. 1/4-28 Bolt
C
B. Handle Bar Lubrication Points
Regular Maintenance
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