MTD 18HP Lawn Mower User Manual


 
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OIL CHART
Apply a few drops of SAE 20W-50 engine oil or use a spray lubricant. Apply
the oil to both sides of pivot points. Wipe off any excess. Start engine and
operate mower briefly to insure that oil spreads evenly.
Number of Oil Points Description
DAILY
4
4
2
2
2
2
1
2
WEEKLY
1
2
2
2
1
1
1
4
2
2
Deck Suspension Pivots
Height Adjustment Turnbuckle Clevis Pin
Height Adjustment Handle Pivots
Height Adjustment Stop Pivots
Deck Lift Linkage Pivots
Transport Handle Pivots
Transport Handle Pin
Deck Frame Up-and-Down Pivots
Seat Hinge
Steering Lever Linkage Rod End Bearings
Lever Return Assembly Rod End Bearings
Pump Control Lever Pivots
Brake Lever Pivot Clevis Pin
Brake Lever Control Rod Pivot
Brake Control Rod Swivel Joint
Brake Rod Clevis Pins
Brake Shaft Assembly Pivots
Grass Collection System Lid Hinges
(If Mower is so equipped)
LUBRICATION CHART
Use a grease-gun filled with NO. 2 Multipurpose Lithium Base Grease
No. of Grease Fittings Description
EVERY 25 HOURS
3
WEEKLY
2
2
4
2
1
4
1
1
2
Blade Spindle Bearings
Front Caster Wheels
Front Caster Wheel Spindles
Mowing Deck Pivots
Deck Take-Up Idler Pivots
Axle Pivot
Steering Lever Pivots
Hydro Take-up Idler Pivot
Park Brake Pivot
Mower Deck Ball Wheels