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PRODUCT CARE
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Before
Each Use
Every
25
Hours
Every 50
Hours
Every
500
Hours
After
Each
Use
Check gasoline level
Check hydraulic hoses for leaks
Check tires & tire pressure
Check deck, mower and hydro drive
belts
Check blades and blade bolt tightness
Check safety switches for proper
operation
Check parking brake for proper
operation**
Check fluid level in transmission oil
expansion reservoir
Check/Clean Engine Intake Screens &
Cooling Fans *
Check/Clean Exhaust Manifold, Muffler
Pipe & Muffler Shields *
Check/Clean Top & Underside of Deck,
Under and Around Spindle Covers &
Belt Area *
Check/Clean Around Fuses,
Wiring and Wiring Harnesses *
Check/Clean Around
Transmission, Axle and Fans *
Blow out/clean the engine/pump
control
Blow out/clean the operator’s platform
area
Lubricate wear points (see chart)
Clean engine cooling fins & external
surfaces *
Change hydrostatic fluid & filter in
transaxles ^
* — Perform more frequently under dusty conditions.
** — Parking Brake on 36 Inch Deck Models Only: Parking brake uses brake wedge that will require
adjustment as the tire wears. Refer to Parking Brake Check/Adjustment - 36 Inch Deck Only on page
19.
^ — After first 300 hours, change hydrostatic fluid and filter in transaxles
OIL CHART
Apply a few drops of SAE engine oil, grease, or use a spray lubricant. Apply the oil to both sides of pivot
points. Wipe off any excess. Start engine and operate mower briefly to insure that oil spreads evenly.
Number of Oil Points Description
DAILY
4 Deck Suspension Pivots
2 Rear Deck Stabilizer Pivots
4 Height Adjustment Turnbuckle Clevis Pin
2 Height Adjustment Handle Pivots
6 Deck Lift Linkage Pivots
2 Deck Lift Handle Pivots
1 Deck Lift Handle Pin
2 Deck Frame Up-and-Down Pivots
WEEKLY
4 Operator’s platform Linkage pivot points
4 Speed Control Linkage Rod End Bearings
2 Pump Control Lever Pivots
1 Operator’s Platform Suspension Adjustment Lever Pivot
1 Brake Lever Pivot
1 Brake Lever Pivot Clevis Pin
1 Brake Lever Control Rod Pivot
Hydraulic Fluid
• Cub Drive System Fluid Plus (Shell TT-SB)
General Purpose Lubrication:
Use any NLGI grade 2 multi-purpose grease. Shell Albida EP2 is recommended. Shell Albida EP 2 is a red-
colored multi-purpose grease designed for heavy-duty bearing applications. It has high base oil viscosity for
mechanical stability, has been formulated for high load, low-speed applications, and has excellent lubrication
and corrosion protection.
NOTE: This Operator’s Manual covers several models. Mower features may vary by model. Not all features in
this manual are applicable to all mower models and the mower depicted may differ from yours.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING
Before performing any maintenance or repairs, disengage the PTO, move the drive control
levers in the neutral position and engage the parking brake. Stop the engine and remove the
key to prevent unintended starting.
POSTOPERATION MOWER CARE
After each operation of the mower, the following procedures should be implemented to extend the life of
your mower and ensure safe operating conditions.
DANGER
Failure to follow these recommendations may result in serious injury to yourself or others and
may cause damage to the mower.
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