Lubrication - Toro 5 Operator's Manual

13. When backlap operation has been completed,
return the backlap switch to OFF, lower seat and
wash all lapping compound off cutting units.
Adjust cutting unit reel to bedknife as needed.
IMPORTANT: If the backlap switch is not
returned to OFF position after backlapping,
the cutting units will not raise or function
properly.

Lubrication

Each cutting unit has (7) grease fittings (Fig. 20) that
must be lubricated regularly with No. 2 General
Purpose Lithium Base Grease.
The lubrication points are front roller (2), rear roller
(2), reel bearing (2) and bedknife adjuster.
IMPORTANT: Lubricating cutting units
immediately after washing helps purge water
out of bearings and increases bearing life.
1. Wipe each grease fitting with a clean rag.
2. Apply grease until pressure is felt against handle.
Note: Apply grease to reel bearing cavities
until a small amount is evident at the
inboard reel seal.
3. Wipe excess grease away.
Figure 20
Reel Bearing Adjustment
To insure long life of the reel bearings, periodically
check if reel end play exits. The reel bearings can be
checked and adjusted as follows:
Note: Bearing and bearing housing were
preset at factory as indicated with a
paint mark.
1. Loosen reel to bedknife contact by turning the
bedknife adjusting knob (Fig. 21)
counter–clockwise until no contact exists.
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Figure 21
1. Bedknife adjusting knob
2. Hold on to the reel shaft and try to move the reel
assembly side to side (Fig. 22).
Figure 22
Maintenance
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