Maintenance Instructions LUBRICATION
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IMPORTANT: Check the dipstick reading be-
fore adding the last 1/2 pint of oil and ll only to
the FULL mark. The oil level should never be
over the FULL mark on the dipstick; overfilling
CAN result in engine overheating and loss of
power.
10. Start the engine and check for oil leaks around
the oil filter. Stop the engine, recheck the oil
level, and add oil if necessary. (When the en-
gine is first operated with a new oil filter, the oil
level drops slightly as the filter is filled with oil.)
Grease Fitting and Oil Point Lubrication
Lubricate the grease fittings and oil points after ev ery
25 hours of operation. Lubricate more often when
operating in dusty or dirty conditions. Use SAE
general purpose lithium or molybdenum base grease
for grease fittings and light machine oil (SAE 10) to
lubricate oil points. Lubricate the locations shown
in the Chassis and Deck Lubrication Points
illustration.
NOTE: PTO universal joints (on the deck and trac-
tor) require routine lubrication after every 25 hours
of running time.
NOTE: The flange bearings on the PTO drive shaft
are sealed and do not require periodic maintenance.
PTO U-Joint Lubrication
DANGER
Never perform the following steps with the
engine running.
1. Remove deck from tractor.
2. Position the PTO U-joint grease zerk pointing
down, as shown below. To rotate the PTO, the
blade brake will need to be released by pushing
the blade clutch lever slightly forward while si-
multaneously turning the PTO.
Grease Zerk
Grease Zerk Location
3. Use a grease gun to add grease until it seeps
out of the seals. Wipe away any excess grease.
DO NOT over grease.
Hold Tube Up to
Access Zerk
Using Grease Gun
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