Lubrication, Chains and shifting mechanism, Figure 24 – MTD 312-980I000 User Manual

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LUBRICATION

CHAINS AND SHIFTING MECHANISM

Lubricate all chains, bearings, hexagonal shaft and
round shaft with engine oil at least once a season or
after every 10 hours of operation. See figure 24.
Avoid getting oil on rubber friction wheel and alu
minum wheel.

Hexagonal

Shaft

Oil Bearings

at Least Once

a Season or

Every 10 Hours

FiGURE 24.

FIGURE 26.

GEAR CASE

The gear case is lubricated with 4 ounces of Shell
Alvania grease EPROO (order part number 737-0168).
See figure 27.

CHUTE OPENING

Grease the chute opening once a season, using an
automotive multi-purpose grease or equivalent. See
figure 25.

FIGURE 25.

WHEELS

Lubricate the bearings at the wheels with light oil at
least once a season or after every 25 hours of opera
tion. See figure 26.

FIGURE 27.

DIFFERENTIAL

The differential is sealed at the factory and does not

require checking. If disassembled for any reason,
lubricate with 3/4 oz. of Sunaplex EP990 grease.
Order part number 737-0120.

ENGINE

Refer to engine manual for engine lubrication instruc

tions.