BEFORE PUTTING FINISHING MOWER INTO SERVICE
•Fill Gearbox using
•For all Grease Fittings use TYPE/grade II tube grease.
STEP 1 Place finishing mower so that the deck is secure and level.
STEP 2 Remove 1/2” Pipe Plug (Located at top of gearbox) and 1/8” Pipe Plug (located at lower 1/3 of gearbox.)
STEP 3 Fill gearbox using
STEP 4 Replace both the 1/2” pipe plug (located at top of gear box) and 1/8" pipe plug (located at lower 1/3 of gear box) and clean away any excess oil.
STEP 5 Fill spindle units (3) with grease until full. There are easy access holes in top cover for greasing spindle units. (Figure C page 21)
STEP 6 Grease wheel axles (4), wheel forks (4), front roller axle (1), and PTO shaft universal joints (2). (Figure C page 21)
STEP 7 Check air pressure in tires, maintain rated PSI listed on the tire at all times.
STEP 8 Check all bolts, nuts and belt to insure they are tight and secure.
CAUTION:
DO NOT over fill gearbox. This could cause damage to oil seals and can cause permanent damage to the gearbox. This issue will not be covered under warranty.
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