Cub Cadet CC 800 Operation Manual - Page 20

Lubrication Blade Timing Belt WARNING! Before lubricating, repairing, or inspecting, always disengage PTO, set parking brake, stop engine and remove key (if equipped) to prevent unintended starting. Pivot Points & Linkage Lubricate all the pivot points on the drive system and lift linkage at least once a season with light oil. The cutting deck spindles are driven by a blade timing (cogged) belt, assuring that the deck blades are always perpendicular to each other. At least once a season, or after striking any foreign object, check the timing belt as follows: 1. Remove the belt cover by removing the three screws (a) and washers (b) which secure it to the frame. See Figure 6-5. Rear Wheels The rear wheels should be removed from the axles once a season. Lubricate the axles and rim hubs well with an all-purpose grease before reinstalling them. Front Wheels Each of the front wheel axles and casters is equipped with a grease fitting. See Figure 6-4. Lubricate with a No. 2 multipurpose grease applied with a grease gun after every 25 hours of mower operation or once a season. (a) (b) (a) (b) (b) (a) Figure 6-5 WARNING! Do not operate mower without the belt cover installed. Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury or property damage. Figure 6-4 20 Section 6 - Maintenance & Adjustments