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18 se c t i O n 6— Ma i n t e n a n c e & ad j u s t M e n t s

Turn the oil drain valve a. ⁄-turn, then pull outward to

begin draining oil. After the oil has finished draining,

push the end of the oil drain valve back in and turn

⁄turn to secure it back in place Re-cap the end of

the oil drain valve to keep debris from entering the

drain port.

Pinch the tabs on the oil drain valve, then pull b.

outward to begin draining oil. After the oil has

finished draining, push the end of the oil drain valve

back in, until the tabs click into place. Re-cap the end

of the oil drain valve to keep debris from entering

the drain port.

After the oil has finished draining, push the end of the oil 3.

drain valve back in, until the tabs click into place. Re-cap

the end of the oil drain valve to keep debris from entering

the drain port.

Replace the oil filter, and refill the engine with new oil as 4.

instructed in the Kohler Owner’s Manual.

Hydrostatic Transmission

The zero turn tractor is equipped with dual integrated

hydrostatic pumps/transaxles that are sealed and are

maintenance-free. Fluid levels cannot be checked and fluid

cannot be added or changed.

Steering Lubrication

The steering arms, pivot shafts, and axles must be lubricated

if ever the steering effort increases, or after every 25 hour of

operation. Lubricate using a pressure grease gun and Cub Cadet

251H EP grease, or an equivalent No. 2 multipurpose lithium

grease.

Apply grease through the lube fitting on the RH and LH 1.

steering arms which are located at rearward end of the two

steering drag links. See Fig. 6-2.

Locate the lube fittings for the pivot shaft and axle on the 2.

front of one end of the axle pivot bar. Apply grease through

the two lube fittings, then repeat to lubricate the other end

of the pivot bar. See Fig. 6-2.

Cleaning Steering Gears

Once a year, or if a tight spot is experienced when turning the

steering wheel, remove the steering gear cover on each end of

the pivot bar and clean the two steering gears.

From beneath the cover base plate on each end of the 1.

pivot bar, remove the three hex screws securing the

steering gear cover. Remove the covers and clean the

gears. It is not necessary to lubricate the gears. Refer to Fig.

6-2.

Insert the tab of the LH steering gear cover into the square 2.

hole in the LH base plate, position the cover, and secure

with the three hex screws. Do not over tighten. Repeat to

install the cover on the RH side.

Lubricate Front Wheel Bearings

Lubricate the front wheel bearings with Cub Cadet 251H EP

grease after every 25 hours of operation. The lube fittings are

located in the rim hub inside each front wheel.

Lubricate Deck Spindles and Idler Bracket

Lubricate the deck spindles and idler bracket with Cub Cadet

251H EP grease after every 10 hours of operation.

The deck spindle lube fittings are in the spindle housings, and

can only be accessed from the underside of the deck. Lubricate

the idler bracket through the lube fitting in the top of the

shoulder bolt. Use a pressure grease gun to lubricate the spindles

and idler bracket.

Lubricate 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.

Lubricate 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.

Tires

WARNING! Never exceed the maximum inflation

pressure shown on the sidewall of tire. Refer to the

tire sidewall for exact tire manufacturer’s

recommended or maximum psi. Do not overinflate.

The recommended operating tire pressure is:

Approximately 10 psi for the rear tires •

Approximately 14 psi for the front tires•

NOTE: Uneven tire pressure could cause the cutting deck to mow

unevenly.

Cleaning the Tractor and Deck

Any fuel or oil spilled on the machine should be wiped off

promptly. Do NOT allow debris to accumulate around the deck

pulleys or any other part of the machine.

Periodically remove the belt covers and remove any accumulated

grass clippings from around the spindle pulleys and the deck

belt.

NOTE: The use of a pressure washer to clean your tractor is NOT

recommended. It may cause damage to electrical components,

spindles, pulleys, bearings or the engine.

Steering

Gear Cover

Steering Arm

Lube Fitting

Shoulder

Bolt

Cover Tab

Axle Pivot Bar

Lube Fittings

Hex Screw

Figure 6-2

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