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Figure 15. Arbor Lubrication 
(3-Blade Model Shown, All Models Similar)
Figure 14. Mower Lubrication - 42” Deck
Lubrication
Lubricate the unit at the locations shown in Figures 13 
through 18 as well as the following lubrication points.
Grease:
 •frontwheelgreasefittings
 •frontwheelbushings
 •mowerpivots
 •mowerarbors
Use grease fittings when present. 
Not all greases are compatible. Use automotive-type 
lithium grease.
Oil:
 •hydrolinkage
 •brakelinkage
 •mowerdeckheightadjustmentlinkage
 •groundspeedcontrollinkage
Generally, all moving metal parts should be oiled where 
contact is made with other parts.  Keep oil and grease 
off belts and pulleys.  Remember to wipe fittings and 
surfaces clean both before and after lubrication.
Figure 13. Mower Lubrication - 33” Deck
Maintenance