Thread Locking Adhesives; Copper-Based Anti-Seize; Dielectric Grease; Caster Pivot Bearings Pre-Load And Lubrication - Encore EDGE EE48FR691V32SS Operator's Manual

THREAD LOCKING ADHESIVES

Thread locking adhesives such as "Loctite 242"
or "Fel-Pro, Pro-lock nut type" are used on the
following fasteners:
1. Pump sheave setscrews.
2. Clutch retaining bolt in end of engine
crankshaft.

COPPER-BASED ANTI-SEIZE

Copper-based anti-seize can be used in the
following locations:
1. On threads of Blade Bolts. See Check
Mower Blades section.
2. Between engine crankshaft, pump drive
sheave, and clutch.

DIELECTRIC GREASE

Dielectric grease can be used on all blade
type electrical connections to prevent
corrosion and loss of contact.
CASTER PIVOT BEARINGS PRE-LOAD
AND LUBRICATION
Service Interval: Once a Year
Tighten the nut until it is snug then back it off
1/8-1/4 turn. This will set the preload on the
bearing. You should feel a slight drag as you
rotate the caster fork clockwise and
counterclockwise
1. Remove the protective cap from the top.
2. Pump grease into the fitting until grease is
seen coming up through the bearing. Do
not over fill. Do not fill the housing.
3. Reinstall the protective cap and tap into
place

CHECK V-BELTS

Service Interval: Every 100 Hours
Deck Belt Removal:
1. Stop engine
2. Lower deck to lowest position
3. Remove belt shields
4. Place ratchet strap hook on the bolt of the
deck idler arm (Loc A in Figure) and in hole
in the RH lower strap (Loc B in Figure)
5. Tighten ratchet strap to rotate idler arm and
relieve belt tension.
6. Remove deck belt
Deck Belt Installation
1. Perform steps 1-5 of Deck Belt Removal
2. Route belt onto deck sheaves and idlers.
Refer to routing decal located on cutting
deck
3. Roll belt onto clutch sheave
4. Loosen ratchet strap to return idler tension
to belt
5. Verify belt is routed properly and is seated
in all sheaves and idlers
6. Remove ratchet strap
7. Replace belt shields
Pump Belt Removal:
1. Remove deck belt (see Deck Belt Removal)
2. Use pry bar through seat latch hole to apply
pressure to Idler Arm to move belt.
3. Remove belt from engine and hydro
sheaves.
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