20 Section 6 — Maintenance & adjuStMentS
Lubrication
WARNING! Before lubricating, repairing, or
inspecting, always disengage PTO, set parking
brake, stop engine and remove key if so equipped to
prevent unintended starting.
Pivot Points & Linkage
Lubricate all the pivot points on the drive system and lift linkage
at least once a season with light oil.
Rear Wheels
The rear wheels should be removed from the axles once a
season. Lubricate the axles and rim hubs well with an all-purpose
grease before reinstalling them.
Front Wheels
Each of the front wheel axles and casters is equipped with a
grease fitting. See Figure 6-4. Lubricate with a No. 2 multi-
purpose grease applied with a grease gun after every 25 hours of
mower operation.
Figure 6-4
Blade Timing Belt
The cutting deck spindles are driven by timing (cogged) belt,
assuring that the deck blades are always perpendicular to each
other. At least once a season, or after striking any foreign object,
check the timing belt as follows:
1. Remove the belt cover by removing the three screws and
washers which secure it to the frame. See Figure 6-5.
Figure 6-5
WARNING! Do not operate mower without the
belt cover installed. Failure to follow this instruction
could result in personal injury or property damage.
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