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5. Disconnect the fuel line from the fuel filter (Fig. 36).
6. Open the fuel shutoff valve.
Note: Allow gasoline to drain into a fuel container can
or drain pan (Fig. 36).
Note: Now is the best time to install a new fuel filter
because the fuel tank is empty.
7. Install the fuel line onto the fuel filter. Slide the hose
clamp close to the fuel filter to secure the fuel line
(Fig. 36).
Greasing and Lubrication
Lubricate the machine at the intervals shown on the Check
Service Reference Aid decal (Fig. 37). Lubricate more
frequently when operating conditions are extremely dusty
or sandy.
Figure 37
Lubricate with No. 2 general-purpose lithium-base or
molybdenum-base grease.
How to Grease
1. Disengage the PTO, move the motion control levers to
the neutral locked position, and set the parking brake.
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 and pump grease
into the fittings until the grease begins to ooze out from
the bearings.
5. Wipe up any excess grease.
Where to Add Grease
Lubricate the grease fittings as shown on the Check
Service Reference Aid decal (Fig. 37).
Greasing the Front Caster Pivots
Lubricate the front caster pivots once a year.
1. Remove the dust cap and adjust the caster pivots.
Note: Keep dust cap off until greasing is done. Refer to
Adjusting the Caster Pivot Bearing on page 41.
2. Remove the hex plug and 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 and install the hex
plug and cap.
Greasing the Bearings
Lubricate the cutting machine regularly; refer to the
Recommended Maintenance Schedule on page 27. Grease
with No. 2 general-purpose lithium-base or
molybdenum-base grease.
1. Disengage the PTO, move the motion control levers to
the neutral locked position, and set the parking brake.
2. Stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all
moving parts to stop before leaving the operating
position.
