Greasing And Lubrication - Toro Wheel Horse 12–32 XL Operator's Manual

POTENTIAL HAZARD
If you leave the key in the ignition switch, someone could start the engine.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
Accidental starting of the engine could seriously injure you or other bystanders.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Remove the key from the ignition switch and pull the wire off the spark plug before
you do any maintenance. Also push the wire aside so it does not accidentally contact
the spark plug.

Greasing and Lubrication

Service Interval/Specification
Grease the machine after every 25 operating hours or
once a year, whichever occurs first. Grease more
frequently when operating conditions are extremely
dusty or sandy.
Grease Type: General-purpose grease.
How to Grease
1. Disengage the blade control (PTO), shift into
neutral, set the parking brake, and turn the
ignition key to "OFF" to stop the engine.
2. Clean the grease fittings with a rag. Make sure to
scrape any paint off the front of the fitting(s).
3. Connect a grease gun to the fitting. Pump grease
into the fittings.
4. Wipe up any excess grease.
Where to Add Grease
1. Lubricate the front wheels and steering spindles
until grease begins to ooze out the bearings
(Fig. 13).
Figure 13
Maintenance
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