Cub Cadet FM48, Operator'S Manual

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14. Never replace hex bolts with less than grade five bolts unless otherwise
specified, i.e., shear bolts 8 .
15. Where replacement parts are necessary for periodic maintenance and servicing,
genuine replacement parts must be used to restore your equipment to original
specifications. The company will not claim responsibility for use of unapproved
parts and/or accessories and other damages as a result of their use.
16. Unauthorized modifications to the machine may impair the function and/or safety
of the machine and reduce its life. If equipment has been altered in any way from
original design, the manufacturer does not accept any liability for injury or
warranty.
4.02 - Service
The accompanying illustrations show lubrication points. The chart gives the frequency of
lubrication in hours, based on normal operating conditions. Severe or unusual
conditions may require more frequent lubrication.
Use a good quality SAE multipurpose type grease for all locations shown. Be sure to
clean fittings thoroughly before using grease gun.
Use 90 wt. gear oil in gearbox.
Hourly:
1. Check the condition of mower blades for nicks or dull edges. Sharpen if
necessary.
2. Replace bent or damaged blades 9 .
3. Also check blades for damage after hitting an obstruction.
4. Clean foreign material from mower deck and belt area.
Every 8 hours:
1. Lubricate the driveline and the wheel yokes: apply two or three shots of
grease to the driveline cross and bearings and the telescoping shafts; apply the
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9 See section 4.03 - Blade Maintenance.
8 Refer to table 1 - Torque Specifications, for head identification marking.
Lubrication of wheel yokes.
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