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SECTION 9: LUBRICATION
WARNING:
inspecting, always disengage PTO, move
shift lever into neutral position, set parking
brake, stop engine and remove key to prevent
unintended starting.
Engine
Lubricate the engine with motor oil as instructed in the
Engine Owner's Manual packed with your unit.
Pivot Points & Linkage
Lubricate all the pivot points on the drive system,
parking brake and lift linkage at least once a season
with light oil.
Front Wheels
Each of the front wheel axles is equipped with a grease
fitting. Lubricate with a grease gun after every 25 hours
of tractor operation. See Figure 17 .
Axle Grease Fitting
Rim Grease Fitting
Figure 17
SECTION 10: SERVICE
TIRES
WARNING:
inflation pressure shown on the sidewall of the
tire.
The recommended operating tire pressure is 10 psi for
the rear tires and 14 psi for the front tires. Refer to the
tire sidewall for exact tire manufacturer's recommended
or maximum psi. Do not overinflate. Uneven tire
pressure could cause the cutting deck to mow
unevenly.
Before lubricating, repairing, or
Never exceed the maximum
Rear Wheels
The rear wheels should be removed from the axles
once a season. Lubricate the axles and the rims well
with an all-purpose grease before re-installing them.
Deck Idler
A grease fitting can be found on the pivoting idler
bracket on the deck. Lubricate with a No. 2 multi-
purpose grease applied with a grease gun after every
25 hours of tractor operation. See Figure 18 .
Grease Fitting
Deck Spindles
Grease fittings can be found on the front of each deck
spindle. After every 25 hours of tractor operation,
lubricate with 251H EP grease or an equivalent No. 2
multi-purpose lithium grease . Using a grease gun,
apply two strokes (minimum) or sufficient grease to
each spindle.
CUTTING BLADES
WARNING:
remove ignition key, disconnect the spark plug
wire(s) and ground against the engine to
prevent unintended starting before removing
the
cutting
replacement. Protect your hands by using
heavy gloves or a rag to grasp the cutting
blade.
WARNING:
adapter and/or spindle for cracks or damage,
especially if you strike a foreign object.
Replace immediately if damaged
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Figure 18
Be sure to shut the engine off,
blade(s)
for
sharpening
Periodically inspect the blade
.
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