Service and Repairs
Wheel and Tire Service
The tires are over–inflated for shipping. Therefore, re-
lease some of the air to reduce the pressure. Correct air
pressure in the front and rear tires is 15 psi (1 Bar).
Maintain even pressure in all tires to as-
sure a good quality–of–cut and proper machine perfor-
Kgm) after 1-4 hours of operation and again
Figure 2
1. Rear wheel and tire
1
Check Tire Pressure
IMPORTANT:
mance. DO NOT UNDER INFLATE.
Check Wheel Nut Torque
WARNING
Torque wheel nuts to 70–80 ft–lb (10–11
after 10 hours of operation and every 200
hours thereafter. Failure to maintain proper
torque could result in failure or loss of wheel
and may result in personal injury.
Lubrication
The machine has grease fittings that must be lubricated
regularly with No. 2 General Purpose Lithium Base
Grease. If machine is operated under normal condi-
tions, lubricate all bearings and bushings after every 50
hours of operation or immediately after every washing.
Steering cylinder ball joint, Rear axle tie rod (2), Rear
axle pivot (1) Rear Spindle Shafts (2).
Figure 3
Groundsmaster 3000/3000–D
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2WD Rear Axle
2WD Rear Axle