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Section 4 - MAINTENANCE
4.3.3. RIDING MOWER - LUBRICATION
1. Front Wheel Bearings
Lubricate with Kendall NLGI No. 2 lithium grease or
equivalent, from a grease gun. See Figure 4,5.
FRONT
WHEEL
LUBRICATE
BEARINGS
FIGURE 4.5
2. Hydro Pumps
Check the level of the fluid in both of the fluid reser-
voirs. Wipe away all dirt and debris from around reser-
voir cap before removing. Oil must remain absolutely
clean! Check with machine on a level surface with
engine "OFF". Fill reservoir as needed to bring level
up. The reservoir is properly filled when the fluid level
is 11/2"below the top of the filler neck. DO NOT OVER
FILL. Use clean, fresh premium automotive oil having
a viscosity equivalent to SAE 20W50 API SL, The fluid
should be chemically
stable, incorporating
rust and
oxidation inhibitors. Make sure funnels, pouring spouts
and oil can are completely clean. Reinstall reservoir
cap. See Figure 4.6.
NOTE:
In order to raise operator
seat to access
reservoirs, seat must be in rearmost position.
3. Mower Deck IdlerArms
Lubricate mower deck idler arms with Kendall NLGI
No. 2 lithium grease or equivalent, from a grease gun.
See Figure 4.7.
4.4 BEFORE OPERATING MACHINE
1. Clean all dirt and debris
from around
the two
hydraulic fluid reservoirs,
especially
around the top
and cap area.
2. Clean all dirt and debris from the cooling fins on the
engine and from both hydraulic pumps.
FIGURE 4.6
FIGURE 4.7
LUBRICATE
MOWER
DECK IDLER ARMS
4.5 ANNUALLY
(END OF EACH SEASON)
Perform
all maintenance
as described
in Section
"AFTER EVERY 25 OPERATING HOURS". Refer to
Section "Service Schedule".
4.5.1. ENGINE
Service engine according to engine owner's manual.
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