Cub Cadet 18HP service manual Oil Chart, Lubrication Chart, Number of Oil Points, Description

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OIL CHART

Apply a few drops of SAE 20W-50 engine oil or use a spray lubricant. Apply the oil to both sides of pivot points. Wipe off any excess. Start engine and operate mower briefly to insure that oil spreads evenly.

Number of Oil Points Description

DAILY
4	Deck Suspension Pivots
4	Height Adjustment Turnbuckle Clevis Pin
2	Height Adjustment Handle Pivots
2	Height Adjustment Stop Pivots
2	Deck Lift Linkage Pivots
2	Transport Handle Pivots
1	Transport Handle Pin
2	Deck Frame Up-and-Down Pivots
WEEKLY	Seat Hinge
1
2	Steering Lever Linkage Rod End Bearings
2	Lever Return Assembly Rod End Bearings
2	Pump Control Lever Pivots
1	Brake Lever Pivot Clevis Pin
1	Brake Lever Control Rod Pivot
1	Brake Control Rod Swivel Joint
4	Brake Rod Clevis Pins
2	Brake Shaft Assembly Pivots
2	Grass Collection System Lid Hinges
	(If Mower is so equipped)

LUBRICATION CHART

Use a grease-gun filled with NO. 2 Multipurpose Lithium Base Grease

No. of Grease Fittings Description

EVERY 25 HOURS
3	Blade Spindle Bearings
WEEKLY
2	Front Caster Wheels
2	Front Caster Wheel Spindles
4	Mowing Deck Pivots
2	Deck Take-Up Idler Pivots
1	Axle Pivot
4	Steering Lever Pivots
1	Hydro Take-up Idler Pivot
1	Park Brake Pivot
2	Mower Deck Ball Wheels

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