Greasing And Lubrication - Toro 73429 Operator's Manual

Greasing and Lubrication

Service Interval/Specification
Grease the machine after every 50 operating hours or
yearly, whichever occurs first. 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), set the
parking brake, and turn the ignition key to
"OFF" to stop the engine. 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.
Where to Add Grease
1. Lubricate the front wheels, spindles and tie-rod
ends until grease begins to ooze out of the
bearings (Fig. 25).
2. Lubricate the front axle pivot (Fig. 25).
Figure 25
3. Lubricate the pedal(s) where it pivots on the
mounting shaft, steering shaft and spread grease
on steering sector teeth (Fig. 26).
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Figure 26
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