Dixon 17823-0704 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 lbs.
Rear tires 42”	18 x 8.50	- 8	8-14 lbs.
Rear tires 44-50”	18 x 9.50	- 8	8-14 lbs.

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

LUBRICATION:

CHASSIS:	(11) grease zerks
LOCATIONS:	(2) each front wheel caster
	(1) each mower deck hub
	(2) each deck lift shaft
SERVICE INTERVALS:	Every 50 hours of operation or
	once per season.
RECOMMENDED	Name brand wheel bearing
GREASE:	or multi-purpose grease
	(3 pumps each)

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