OPERATION
SE4 05/05 Operation Section 4-38
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OPERATION
Gearbox Overheating Low on lubricant Fill to level plug
Improper type lubricant. Replace with proper lubricant.
Excessive trash build-up around Remove trash.
gearbox.
Bearing or gears set up improperly. Consult your dealer.
Streaking Conditions Conditions too wet for cutting. Allow grass to dry before cutting. Slow
Blades unable to cut that part of ground speed of tractor but keep
grass pressed down by path of engine running at full PTO rpm.
tractor tires. Cutting lower may help.
Dull Blades. Sharpen or replace blades.
Height of cutter lower at rear or See Cutting Height Instructions.
front.
Gearbox Leaking Damaged Oil Seal. Replace Seal.
Bent Shaft. Replace oil seal and shaft.
Shaft rough in oil seal area. Replace or repair shaft.
Oil seal installed wrong. Replace seal.
Oil seal not sealing in the housing. Replace seal or use a sealant on OD of
seal.
Oil level too high. Drain oil to proper level.
Sand hole in casting. Replace castings or gearbox.
Gasket damaged. Replace gasket.
Bolts loose. Tighten bolts.
Shear Pin Shears Tractor PTO not being run at Run at 540 RPM
Excessively 540 RPM
Heavy Material. Reduce ground speed. Raise cutting
height.
Not using proper pin. Replace only with recommended shear
pin.