3. Clean the grease fittings with a rag. Make
sure to scrape any paint off the front of the
fitting(s).
4. Connect a grease gun to the fitting. Pump
grease into the fittings until grease begins to
ooze out of the bearings.
5. Wipe up any excess grease.
Where to Add Grease
Lubricate the grease fittings as shown on the
Check Service Reference Aid decal (Figure 31).
Figure 31
Lubricating the Caster
Bearings
Lubricate the front wheel bearings and front
spindles (Figure 32).
Note: Make sure the rear wheel grease caps are
removed before lubricating rear wheels.
Figure 32
Greasing the PTO Drive Belt
Idler and Deck Belt Idler
1. Grease the idler pulley pivots (Figure 33).
Note: You will have to remove the carrier
covers to access the grease fitting for the deck.
Figure 33
2. Grease the bearings on both sides of the
machine (Figure 34).
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