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TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUUD LEVEL (See Figs, ENGINE
t3 & 14)
Check fluid level after every 25 hours of use, Rear drawbar
must be removed to check fluid level°
+ Remove the four (4) fasteners to remove the drawbar.
• Clean reservoir thoroughly before removing cap.
+ Check for,proper fluid+ level in reservoir (should be
above the OiL LEVEL COLD" line).
- If oil is needed, remove cap on reservoir (with a
clockwise rotation), and fill to "OIL LEVEL COLD" line
with SAE 10W30 oil.
. Replace cap securely (do not overtighten).
• Reassemble drawbar and tighten fasteners securely.
LITIES
COOLING FAN
FIG. 13
FASTENERS "_,
DRAWBAR -.-"-'_"_
FASTENERS
FIG, 14
V-BELTS
Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours
and replace if necessary. The belts are not adjustable,
Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear.
TRANSAXLE COOUNG
Keep transaxfe free from build-up of dirt and chaff which
can restrict cooling.
LUBRMCATION
Change the oil after the first two hours of operation and
every 25 hours thereafter or at least once a year if the
tractor is not used for 25 hours in one year,
Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine
and after each eight (8) hours of continuous use. Add SAE
30W motor oil or equivalent. Tighten oil fi!t cap/dipstick
securely each time you check the oil level, SAE 5W-30
motor oil may be used to make starting easier in areas
where temperature is consistently 32 ° F or lower.
TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Fig+ 15)
Determine temperature range expected before oil change.
All oil must meet API service classification SG.
+ Be sure vehicle is on level surface.
• Oil will drain more freely when warm.
, Catch oil in a suitable container.
+ Remove oil fill dipstick. Be careful not to allow dirt to
enter the engine when changing oiL
+ Remove drain plug.
- After oil has drained completely, replace oil drain plug
and tighten securely.
• Refill engine with oil through oil fill dipstick tube, Pour
slowly. Do not overfil!. For approximate capacity see
Product Specifications on page 3 of this manual,
" Use gauge on oi! fill dipstick for checking level. Be sure
dipstick cap is tightened securely for accurate reading.
Keep oil at "FULL" fine on dipstick.
SAE VISCOSITY GRADES
°F +20° 0+ 30° 32_ 40° 60= 80+ 100=
.+,o° +4° +° ,'o+ _° +,o° +,o°
TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORF NF+XT OIL CHANGE
A+r coofed engines run hotter than e_omet}ve sng+nss< Use ef m t_lti*v_scos;ty o++s
(10W-30,etc. above 40_F(++C)wilt result inhigh oil consumptbn and pessibte
engine damage. Check oil feve_more fequent+y ifusing these types of oils.
** SAE 30 <_+I,if use_ be_c_, 40°F(4°0) witt result in I'_,td starting and pessib_e engine
_ore _am&qe _Je to naaeQuate lubrication,
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AIR SCREEN
OIL FILL
CAP/DIPSTICK
OIL DRAIN PLUG
FiG, 15
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