Troy-Bilt F753B manual Lubrication, OFF-SEASON Storage, Extremely dirty or, Dusty conditions

Section 5: Maintenance

WARNING

Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for moving parts to stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove ignition key (electric start models).

Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damage.

LUBRICATION

Oil and grease the mower according to the recommendations listed in the Lubrication Chart on the next page.

WARNING

• Stop engine, wait for all parts to stop moving, and disconnect spark plug wire before performing any lubrication procedures.

• The transmission has been factory sealed and requires no lubrication. If a leak should develop, contact the factory or your local authorized dealer for service information.

OFF-SEASON STORAGE

•Stop engine, wait for all parts to stop moving, and disconnect spark plug wire before performing any storage procedures. Review the storage safety rules in the Safety Section of this Manual.

•If engine will be unused for 30 days or more, prepare it for storage by following the recommended procedures found in the Engine Owner's Manual.

•Inspect all parts for damage, breakage, and wear. Tighten or replace fasteners. Contact the factory or your local authorized dealer for factory-approved replacement parts.

•Clean the exterior of the mower thor- oughly and touch up all chipped or scratched surfaces to prevent rust from forming.

Lubrication Chart

ITEM	INTERVAL	LUBRICATION TYPE	AMOUNT REQUIRED
Engine Crankcase	First 2 hours	Change Oil	See Engine Manual
	25-50 hours	Change Oil	Change oil more often
		(Lubrication Intervals Vary	in extremely dirty or
		with Operating Conditions	dusty conditions.
		and Type of Oil Used)
Front Wheel Bearings	50 hours	Grease	1-3 Strokes*
Control Linkages/Pivots	25 hours	Light Oil	A Few Drops
Transmission Output Shaft	100 hours or Annually	Grease	1-3 Strokes*

* A hand-type grease gun is recommended.

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