Service Lubrication - 13
SERVICE LUBRICATION
Service L ubrication
Grease
Use a general all-purpose grease with an NLGI grade No.2
rating.
Wet or high speed conditions may require use of a special-
use grease. Contact your Servicing dealer for information.
Spray Lubricant
Use a general-purpose petroleum-based spray lubricant.
Lubrication Points
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• Grease caster wheel bearings (A).
• Grease caster wheel pivot bushings (B).
• Grease cutter housings (C) (two on 36-Inch mower
deck, three on 48 and 52-inch mower decks).
• Grease idler arm bushings (D).
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• Apply grease to three spindle bearings (E), until grease
is expelled from vent on spindle housings.
• Lubricate mower deck idler pulleys (F).
NOTE: Use spray lubricant to lubricate the following
items:
• Lubricate speed control lever pivot shaft (G).
• Lubricate throttle control cable (H).
• Lubricate choke control cable (I) if independent.
• Lubricate hydro pump lower control arms on both sides
(J).
IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! If operating outside
that temperature range, contact your Servicing
dealer for a special-use grease.
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A
J
C
D
B
F
I
H
AD
H
E