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6.10 Lubrication
Grease with No. 2 general purpose lithium base or molybdenum base grease.
• Set parking brake, stop the engine and remove the key.
• Clean grease fittings with a rag.
• Connect grease gun to fitting and pump until grease begins to ooze out from the bearings.
• Wipe off excess grease.
• Do not use spray lube of any kind on choke and/or throttle cables.
Service intervals: First 8 hours
Every 25 hours
Also see Maintenance chart
6.11 Battery Service
The battery is 12 volts and is a maintenance free battery. Charge the battery only if it will not start the mower
effectively. Remove the battery from the mower before charging. Follow the instructions of the battery
charger for proper and safe charging of the battery. Always make sure the Positive terminal is connected to
the Positive battery post and the Negative terminal is connected to the Negative battery post. Reversal could
cause damage to the electrical system.
1. Lift battery box cover to access.
2. Keep the battery and terminals Clean.
3. Keep battery bolts tight.
6.12 Cutting Blades
In order to maintain the best cut, it is important that the blades are well sharpened and not damaged. Bent or
cracked blades or blades with large nicks need to be replaced. Blades must be balanced after sharpening.
To change the blades:
• Stop engine, remove the key and wait for all moving parts to stop.
• Engage the parking brake
• Lift front of mower and secure in the raised position with jack stands.