Grease gun uses extend beyond the mechanic’s shop. The tools can also be used by do-it-yourselfers around the home. The grease gun applies a specified lubricant on a fitting at a certain point. By using this approach, the grease is only used where it is needed. Grease Gun Uses Vary Widely By using a grease gun, you prevent the waste of grease and encourage better absorption of a lubricant. The tools are efficient because they can handle lubrication projects with accuracy and speed. That is why grease guns are used on such home machines as lawn mowers, chain saws, bicycles, trucks, and SUVs. Lubricating a Lawn Mower Lubrication for lawn mowers include such areas as the spindle, axle, and deck pedal lift. To grease the spindle on a lawn mower, remove the belt guard. You will find the grease fittings located at the back of the spindle. This area can be difficult to reach manually. That is why a grease gun is used. Fit an attachment to the grease gun to make lubrication easier. The axle pivot grease fitting, which is situated at the front of the mower, can be hard to find. That is because you have to look beneath the mower. The deck pedal lift on the mower needs greasing as well. You can find this fitting at the bottom of the mower’s pedal. Greasing the Lubrication Points on a Chain Saw If you have a chain saw, you need to keep it maintained by greasing its bar nose bearings. This particular part features a sprocket that helps the chain rotate with more ease. Use a grease gun then that is especially made for chain saws. This type of grease gun features a piercing tip. The tip supplies the lubricant when you press down on the pump. The tip of a chain saw grease gun fits into a small hole on the guide bar. The design makes it easier to grease the sprocket’s opening. Lubricate the bar nose bearings each time you add gas to the saw. The lubricant normally lasts about the same time as the fuel. This chain saw grease gun helps to reduce friction. It also increases the performance of different applications. Therefore, the grease gun is used to prevent premature wear. Maintaining a Heavy Duty Truck If you have a light or heavy duty truck, or a sports utility vehicle, you need to use a grease gun to lubricate the fittings. In order to grease the components on larger commercial trucks, locate the fittings on the drive shafts and U joints. While do-it-yourselfers can generally learn the grease application process on their own, grease gun users who work in factories should obtain training. That is because the high pressure of the grease guns can cause over-lubrication issues. Most machine fittings that are factory-made possess a ball check on the heads. This type of check prevents the accumulation of debris and dirt. Grease guns designed for factory parts then make it much easier to reach and maintain the fittings. The ball leveraged angles make greasing faster and more streamlined as well. Some factory parts automatically shut off to avoid over-lubrication issues from surfacing. Basic Models If you use a basic grease gun, then a manually operated pump-style model is the best choice. Do-it-yourselfers who have access to compressed air find pneumatic grease guns an ideal solution. This type of grease gun permits you to establish the fitting and simply pull the trigger. Avoid air locks by filling the grease gun head before you add another cartridge. Cordless grease guns run on a lithium-ion battery, and use grease cartridges for DIY projects. You might opt for a kit for grease gun uses too. Select a manual grease gun with a pistol grip if you want to save money. This type of grease gun is budget-friendly and easier on the hands than pump-style manual devices. Image Credit - https://jdparts.deere.com/partsmkt/document/english/pmac/42641_fb_TipsOnGreaseGuns.htm