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MAINTENANCE
CHECK / FILL TRANSMISSION OIL
Oil Type: 20W-50 conventional detergent motor oil.
1. Check the oil level when the unit is cold. The
inspection port is located on the inside of the right
tank cover. The oil level should be within 1/2” (1.3
cm) of the horizontal level mark (D, Figure 22). If
the oil is below this level, proceed to step 2.
2. Before removing the reservoir cap, make sure
the area around the reservoir cap and fill neck of
the reservoir is free of dust, dirt, or other debris.
Loosen the locking capscrew (E, Figure 21)
securing the locking tab (D), slide the lock tab
back, and remove the cap (B).
3. Add oil up to the full mark (D, Figure 22).
4. Reinstall the reservoir cap, move the locking tab
between two notches, and tighten the locking
capscrew.
TRANSMISSION OIL FILTER
CHANGE
Change Interval: Every 250 Hours
Filter Part Number: 1719168
1. Locate the transmission oil filter (C, Figure 22)
at the rear of the battery compartment under the
seat.
2. Lubricate the new filter base with a few drops of
transmission oil. Fill the filter half full of oil.
3. Clean the area around the filter base and remove
the filter. Do NOT drain the hydraulic system
oil.
4. Thread the new filter onto the filter base until the
gasket makes contact, then tighten 3/4 of a turn
more.
NOTE: The oil will drain from the reservoir tank if the
new filter is not quickly reinstalled.
5. Run the unit for several minutes and check the
transmission oil level (see previous page).
IMPORTANT NOTE: Use caution after changing
the filter; air in the hydraulic system may affect the
responsiveness of the control levers. Repeat step 5
until the air is out of the system.
Figure 22. Battery Compartment
A. Positive (+) Cable & Terminal
B. Negative (-) Cable & Terminal
C. Transmission Filter
D. Transmission Fill Level Mark
C
B
A
D
A
B
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