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GENERAL MAINTENANCE
Carefully follow all instructions as stated in this manual. This includes operation,
lubrication, safety and maintenance. This mower was designed and built for years
of reliable service if properly cared for. However, rotary mowers are a high RPM
machine, thus daily attention is required.
Check all bolts for tightness.
Check to make sure all safety guards are in place.
Check to remove any trash build-up.
Check lubrication - see lubrication section.
Check blades to make sure they are securely fastened.
When replacing or grinding blades, both blades must be replaced or re-ground at
the same time to maintain the proper balance in the mower. Gearmore mowers
are equipped with special heat-treated alloy steel blades. Use only Gearmore
blades, substitutes may be dangerous. NEVER try to straighten or weld blades.
DRIVESHAFT - The driveshaft must be lubricated before mower is put into use.
After that, grease every 8 hours of use or when required. It is also necessary, from
time to time, to untelescope the driveshaft to clean and re-grease tubing.
GEARBOX - Check gearbox oil level through square headed screw plug. Add
SAE 90 weight oil when required. Change gearbox oil after every 400 hours of use.
TAILWHEEL - Grease every 8 hours of use or when required.
TAILWHEEL PIVOT TUBE - Grease weekly or when required.
To comply with OSHA AG Guarding Standard #1928.27, the following guards and
shields must be kept in place and in good working condition:
1. Safety chain shielding
2. Driveshaft shields
3. Guards over moving parts
BE CAREFUL AND ALWAYS THINK SAFETY FIRST!
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