2. Stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all
moving parts to stop before leaving the operating
position.
3. Remove the belt covers.
4. Grease the three spindle bearings until grease comes
out (Figure 39).
5. Grease the idler arm on the mower deck (Figure 39).
6. Grease the fittings on the push arms (Figure 39).
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Figure 39
Where to Add Light Oil or
Spray Lubrication
Service Interval:
Every 150 hours
Lubricate the machine in the following areas with spray
type lubricant or light oil.
•
Seat switch actuator.
•
Brake handle pivot.
•
Brake rod bushings.
•
Motion control bronze bushings.
Grease the Idler Arms
1. Grease the cooling fan belt idler arm (Figure 40).
2. Grease the drive belt idler arms (Figure 40).
Figure 40
3. Grease the pump belt idler arm.
Figure 41
Greasing the Front Caster
Pivots
Service Interval:
Yearly
Lubricate the front caster pivots once a year.
1. Remove the dust cap and adjust the caster pivots.
Keep the dust cap off until greasing is done. Refer to
Adjusting the Caster Pivot Bearing in Maintenance
Section.
2. Remove the hex plug. Thread a grease zerk into the
hole.
3. Pump grease into the zerk until it oozes out around
the top bearing.
4. Remove the grease zerk in the hole. Install the hex
plug and cap.
Lubricate Caster Wheel Hubs
Service Interval:
Yearly
1. Stop the engine, wait for all moving parts to stop,
and remove the key. Engage the parking brake.
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