Toro 14AP80RP544 - Manuel (Page 21)

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8. Remain in the operator’s position with the cutting
deck engaged for a minimum of two minutes,
allowing the underside of the cutting deck to
throughly rinse.
9. Disengage the tractor’s PTO.
10. Turn the ignition key to the STOP position to turn
the tractor’s engine off.
11. Turn the water off and detach the hose coupler from
the water port on your decks surface. Repeat step
4-11 on the opposite side of the cutting deck.
SECTION 9: LUBRICATION
WARNING: Before lubricating, repairing, or
inspecting, always disengage PTO, move
shift lever into neutral position, set parking
brake, stop engine and remove key to prevent
unintended starting.
Engine
Lubricate the engine with motor oil as instructed in the
Engine Owner’s Manual packed with your unit.
Pivot Points & Linkage
Lubricate all the pivot points on the drive system,
parking brake and lift linkage at least once a season
with light oil.
Front Wheels
Each of the front wheel axles is equipped with a grease
fitting. Lubricate with a grease gun after every 25 hours
of tractor operation. See Figure 18.
Figure 18
Rear Wheels
The rear wheels should be removed from the axles
once a season. Lubricate the axles and the rims well
with an all-purpose grease before re-installing them.
Deck Idler
A grease fitting can be found on the pivoting idler
bracket on the deck. Lubricate with a No. 2 multi-
purpose grease applied with a grease gun after every
25 hours of tractor operation. See Figure 19.
Figure 19
Deck Spindles
Grease fittings can be found on the front of each deck
spindle. After every 25 hours of tractor operation,
lubricate with 251H EP grease or an equivalent No. 2
multi-purpose lithium grease . Using a grease gun,
apply two strokes (minimum) or sufficient grease to
each spindle.
SECTION 10: SERVICE
TIRES
WARNING: Never exceed the maximum
inflation pressure shown on the sidewall of the
tire.
The recommended operating tire pressure is 10 psi for
the rear tires and 14 psi for the front tires. Refer to the
tire sidewall for exact tire manufacturer’s recommended
or maximum psi. Do not overinflate. Uneven tire
pressure could cause the cutting deck to mow
unevenly.
CUTTING BLADES
WARNING: Be sure to shut the engine off,
remove ignition key, disconnect the spark plug
wire(s) and ground against the engine to
prevent unintended starting before removing
the cutting blade(s) for sharpening or
replacement. Protect your hands by using
heavy gloves or a rag to grasp the cutting
blade.
Rim Grease Fitting
Axle Grease Fitting
Grease Fitting