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RegularMaintenance

LUBRICATION

Service Interval: Every 25 Hours

Lubricate the unit at the locations shown in Figure 10 as
well as the lubrication points listed. Generally, all moving
parts should be oiled where contact is made with other
parts. Keep oil and grease off belts and pulleys. Wipe
surfaces clean before and after lubrication.
Grease:
• blade arbor
Note - This grease point is located under the blade deck,
on the arbor.
Oil:
• traction drive control linkage
• blade engagement lever
• axle shafts
Figure 10 - Lubrication Points
A
B
C
Figure 11. Axle Shaft
A. Key
B. Retaining Ring
C. Wheel & Hub

Lubricate Rear Axle Shafts

Service Interval: Yearly
We recommend removing the rear wheel hubs and lubri-
cating the axle shafts yearly. This prevents the wheel
hubs from seizing onto the axle shaft and makes future
service easier.
1. Turn off the ignition, disengage the PTO.
2. Using a jack or chain hoist positioned at the center of
the rear frame, carefully lift the unit up until the rear
tires are approximately 1" - 2" (2.5-5 cm) off the
ground.
Note: For overall unit stability during service, do not jack
rear end higher than required for wheel removal.
3. Support the rear of the unit on jack stands positioned
under the rear frame.
4. Remove the hardware retaining the wheel assembly
to the axle (Figure 11) and lubricate the axle shaft
using anti-seize compound or lithium grease.
5. Reinstall the components in reverse order of disas-
sembly and lower the unit. Be sure the key (A,
Figure 11) is in place in the axle keyway.