Cub Cadet 8354 - Manual (Page 34)

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SECTION 4: MAINTENANCE
The service life and reliability of any machine
depends upon the care it is given. Proper lubrication
and maintenance is a vital part of that care. Using the
Lubrication and Maintenance Chart as a guide, moni-
tor the hourmeter on the instrument panel to ensure
the required maintenance procedures are performed.
The maintenance schedule reflects the minimal
requirements to maintain the equipment. More fre-
quent inspections and maintenance is preferable.
Make certain that all lubrication fittings are installed
and functioning. Wipe away all old grease and dirt
from the lube fittings to prevent foreign materials from
entering as the new grease is applied. Use a
pressure lubricating gun to force in new grease. Apply
pressure until clean grease emerges from the
lubrication point.
Miscellaneous working parts not provided with
lubrication fittings should be oiled regularly with a
good grade of lubricating oil.
Lubricant is cheap. Use plenty of it. Worn parts can
be expensive to replace.
Store your supply of lubricating grease and oil in
clean, covered containers to protect them from dust
and dirt. Keep the lubricating gun nozzle clean.
LUBRICATION TABLE
Application
Type of
Lubricant
General Information
Capacity
API
Classifi-
cation
SAE
Viscosity
Description
Engine Engine Oil
Approx.
6.1 Qts
w/Filter CC
or
CD
15W-40
Cub Cadet
737-3039 (1Qt.)
Transmission
and
Hydraulic
System
Hydraulic
Transmission
Fluid
Approx.
46.4 Qts.
(11.6 Gal.)
Alternate Oils Shown Below
Shell — Donax-TD
or
Donax-TM
Mobil — Mobil Fluid 423
Exxon — Torque Fluid 56
Front Wheel
Drive Axle
Gear Lube Approx.
8.0 Qts.
(2.0 Gal.)
SAE80 or SAE90
Gear Oil
Lube
Fittings
Grease As Needed
Use Cub Cadet
251H EP Grease
737-3034 (14.5 Oz. Cartridge)
Radiator
and
Overflow
Reservoir
Antifreeze
Approx.
2.4 Gal.
Use High Quality Permanent Type Antifreeze
(Ethylene Glycol with corrosion and rust
inhibitor chemicals)
Coolant Mixture Ratio
Distilled Water 50% : Antifreeze 50%