Dixon ZTR 44/968999538 manual Tires, Lubrication

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CARE AND MAINTENANCE

TIRES

Correct tire pressure is essential for efficient operation of the mower. Check tire pressure periodically. Inflate tires to the pressure listed below.

Front tires	11 x 4.00 - 5	16-21	PSI	(110-145 kPa)
Rear tires 36"	18 x 7.50 - 8	8-14	PSI	(55-97 kPa)
Rear tires 42"	18 x 8.50 - 8	8-14	PSI	(55-97 kPa)
Rear tires 44"	18 x 9.50 - 8	8-14	PSI	(55-97 kPa)

Lug nuts or lug bolts should be checked regularly for tightness.

LUBRICATION

CHASSIS:	(9) grease zerks
LOCATIONS:	(2) front wheel axles
	(2) front wheel casters
	(2) deck lift shaft
	(2) control levers
	(1) mower deck hub
SERVICE INTERVALS:	Every 50 hours of operation or
	once per season.
RECOMMENDED	Name brand wheel bearing
GREASE:	or multipurpose grease
	(3 pumps each)

Caster/Axle

Lift Shaft

Control Levers

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