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SAFETY SIGNS
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
W ARNING!
Always disengage the tractor PTO before raising
the mower for transport or making adjustments.
LUBRICATION
Do not let excess grease collect on or around parts, par-
ticularly when operating in sandy areas. The illustration
below and on the next pages, show the location of all the
lubrication fittings.
Use an SAE multi-purpose, lithium type grease for all
the locations shown on figure 7. Be sure to clean the
grease fittings before applying any grease. Daily lubrica-
tion of the driveline U-joints is necessary. Failure to main-
tain proper lubrication will result in premature wear and
damage to the U-joints, gearbox and/or driveline.
Note:
1. It is recommended that the test plug be removed after
every 8-10 hours of operation, and oil added to the
proper fill level if required.
2. Do not overfill the gearbox with oil. This will result in
pressure build up inside the unit, which can cause the
oil seals to leak.
3. If the gearbox suddenly starts making an unusual
noise, stop at once, check for oil leaks and refill it as
required.
GEARBOX LUBRICATION
The gearbox must be filled with SAE 90 EP oil
before operating.
To fill gearbox to the correct operating level:
1. Place the mower on an even and leveled surface.
2. Remove filler and test level plug (see figure 8 for
location of plugs).
3. Add oil through the filler plug until it starts running out
of the test plug. (Pour oil slowly to make sure that the
lower portion of the gearbox housing has been filled)
4. Screw the test and filler plugs back in their corre-
sponding places.
It is recommended that the oil level plug be removed
after every 8-10 hours of operation and oil added until it
runs out of the test plug hole. The filler plug hole and test
plug hole are both located on the back of side of the
gearbox.
GAUGE WHEEL ASSEMBLIES
The gauge wheels are equipped with bearings which
require grease regularly. Grease fittings are provided in
the gauge wheel pivot. It is recommended that these be
lubricated after every 8 hours of operation. See figure 9.
Figure 7
Lubrication fitting location
Item Description Frequency*
1 Gauge wheel pivots Every 8 hours or daily
2 Blade spindle Every 8 hours or daily
N/S U-joints Every 8 hours or daily
* Lubrication intervals shown are for mowers operating
under normal conditions. Severe or unusual condi-
tions may require more frequent lubrication.
Before operating the mower, make sure that it is
properly lubricated and thoroughly inspected. Only a
minimum of time and effort is required to regularly
lubricate and maintain it. Following a regular program will
provide long life and trouble free operation.
Figure 8
Figure 9
ITEM 3 – Part No. 101176
WARNING
To prevent serious injury or death:
Si no lee ingles, pida ayuda a alguien que si lo lea para
que le traduzca las medidas de seguridad.
• Read and understand Operator’s Manual before using.
Review annually.
• Do not permit riders on the tractor or mower. Never
carry children on tractor seat.
• Do not allow children to operate mower.
• Operate only with guards installed and in good condition.
• Keep away from moving parts.
• Operate only with tractor equipped with ROPS and
seatbelts.
• Before mowing, clear debris from mowing area.
• Do not operate in the raised position.
• Stop engine, set brake and wait for all moving parts to
stop before dismounting.
• Support mower securely before working beneath unit.
• Transport with clean reflectors, SMV and working lights
as required by federal, state, and local laws.
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ITEM 4 – Part No. 101157
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