Lubrication | Engine Maintenance |
Greasing and Lubricating the Tractor
Service Interval: Every 25
How to Grease the Tractor
1.Disengage the blade control (PTO).
2.Set the parking brake.
3.Stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position.
4.Clean the grease fittings with a rag.
Note: Ensure that you scrape any paint off the front of the fittings.
5.Connect a grease gun to each fitting and pump grease into it.
6.Wipe up any excess grease.
Servicing the Engine Oil
Oil Type: Detergent oil (API service SF, SG, SH, SJ, or higher)
Crankcase Capacity: 48 oz. or
l)when the filter is not changed; 56 oz. or
Viscosity: See the table below.
Figure 26
Where to Add Grease
Lubricate the front wheels and steering spindles until grease begins to ooze out of the bearings (Figure 25).
Figure 25
Checking the Oil Level
Service Interval: Before each use or daily
1.Park the tractor on a level surface.
2.Disengage the blade control (PTO).
3.Set the parking brake.
4.Stop the engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and remove the key before leaving the operating position.
5.Open the hood.
6.Clean around the oil dipstick (Figure 27) so that dirt cannot fall into the fill hole and damage the engine.
Figure 27
1. Oil dipstick/fill hole | 2. Oil drain plug |
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