SECTION 4 - SERVICE & LUBRICATION INFORMATION

TRACTION LEVERS

Lubricate each with 1-2 shots of

CONTROLS & LINKAGES

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (Not Illustrated) Replace every 100

grease every 25 hours of operation.

INTERLOCK SWITCHES Inspect switches for ease of operation.

HYDRAULIC OIL

Use SAE 10W-30 Oil.

HYDRAULIC FILTER

Change Hydraulic Oil and Filter after first 25 hours of operation. Thereafter, change Hydraulic Oil and Filter every 200 hours (monthly).

MOTOR HUBS - Lubricate

Motor Hubs with Anti-Seize

Compound when replacing

Wheel Hubs.

DEFLECTOR Lubricate hinge points as required.

HYDRAULIC HOSES & FITTINGS Check daily for leaks, cracks, kinks, and other signs of wear.

MOWING DECK

At end of each mowing period, remove grass and debris from under mowing deck and above rear SAFETY Shield.

Before each mowing period, coat all wear points, hinge points and sliding parts with medium duty oil.

ENGINE

Change Oil Filter after first 5 hours of operation. Change engine oil every 25 hours under normal conditions or daily under extreme dusty conditions. Change Filter every 50 hours of operation.

Clean AIR FILTER Foam Element every 25 hours. Service PAPER ELEMENT every 100 hours.

REAR TIRES - Check tire pressure before each mowing period. Inflate to 12-15 psi.

CUTTER SHAFT SPINDLES Lubricate each with two

(2) SHOTS of bearing grease daily.

CUTTER DECK

BELT(S)

Check for cracks or wear.

FRONT WHEEL BUSHINGS & CASTER SHAFTS Lubricate with bearing grease weekly.

MOWER BLADES

Check for tightness every 25 hours of operation. Tighten capscrews to 75 foot pounds.

FRONT TIRES

Check tire pressure before each mowing period. Inflate to 25 PSI.

FIGURE 4.1

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Snapper SPLH152KW, SPLH172KW, SPA361, SPA481, SPA521, SPA611 Service & Lubrication Information, Controls & Linkages