Simplicity 1693738, 1693770 Lubrication, Regular Maintenance, Front, Grease, Engine Drive Shaft

LUBRICATION

Lubricate the unit at the locations shown in Figures 28 through 33 as well as the following lubrication points.

Grease:

•front axle grease fittings

•steering linkage

•foot pedal

•mower pivots

•mower arbors

Use grease fittings when present. Disassemble parts to apply grease to moving parts when grease fittings are not installed.

Not all greases are compatible. Simplicity “Jiffy Lube” Lithium Grease is recommended, automotive-type lithi- um grease may be used when this is not available.

Oil:

•rear frame assembly pivot

•hydro linkage

•seat adjustment assembly

•brake linkage

•frame pivot points

•mower deck height adjustment linkage

Generally, all moving metal parts should be oiled where contact is made with other parts. Keep oil and grease off belts and pulleys. Remember to wipe fit- tings and surfaces clean both before and after lubri- cation.

Every 25 Hours

FRONT

Every 100 Hours

or Yearly

Figure 28. Engine Drive Shaft

Regular Maintenance

Transmission Filter

Figure 29. Lubricating the Tractor

Figure 30. Front Axle Lubrication Points

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