2. Stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for
all moving parts to stop before leaving the
operating position.
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.
Lubricating the Caster and
Wheel Bearings
1. Lubricate the front wheel bearings and front
spindles (Figure 28).
2. Raise the rear of the machine and use jack
stands to support the machine.
3. Remove the rear wheel and tire assembly.
4. Remove rear wheel grease cap. Lubricate the
rear wheel bearing (Figure 28).
5. Install the grease cap.
6. Install the rear wheel and tire assembly.
Note: Make sure the rear wheel grease caps
are removed before lubricating rear wheels.
Figure 28
Greasing the Transmission
Couplers
Lubricate the transmission couplers located in the
back of the machine (Figure 29).
Figure 29
Greasing the PTO Drive Belt
Idler and Deck Belt Idler
Grease the fitting on the PTO belt idler arm pivot
(Figure 30).
Note: You will have to remove the carrier covers
to access the grease fitting for the deck.
Figure 30
Engine Maintenance
Servicing the Air Cleaner
Foam element: Clean it after every 25 operating
hours.
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