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Section 7
B. Changing Lubricant
The lubricant in the power unit gearbox should be
changed after every 500 hours of operation or yearly,
whichever occurs first.
1. Beneath the power unit is an access hole to the
gearbox drain plug. Clean the area thoroughly and
place a suitable container under the drain plug.
2. Remove the drain plug and drain the lubricant into
the container and properly discard.
3. Reinstall the drain plug and add EP-80/90 lubricant
through the dipstick tube. Approximately 6 ounces of
fluid will be needed to fill the gearbox. Follow the
procedure in section 7.13 A. Checking Lubricant
Level, to fill the gearbox to the proper level.
Do not wash any portion of the equipment
while it is hot. Do not wash the engine; use
compressed air.
CAUTION:
2. Do not spray electrical components.
3. Use a mild soap solution or a vinyl/rubber cleaner to
clean the seat.
4. Repair damaged metal surfaces and use Scag touch-
up paint available from your authorized Scag dealer.
Wax or polish the mower for maximum paint
protection.
7.14 BODY, DECK, HOPPER AND
UPHOLSTERY
1. After each use, wash the mower, deck and hopper.
Use cold water and automotive cleaners. Do not use
pressure cleaners.
FLUID LEVEL
SCR 2K DS
Figure 7-13 Fluid Level