Snapper 1700, 2700, 400 Lawn Mower User Manual


 
35
Regular Maintenance
Figure 36. Internal Transmission Filter Service
A. Filter Access Cap B. Internal Filter
5. Remove and replace the internal transmission filter
(B, Figure 36).
6. Reinstall the filter access cap (A, Figure 36) and the
two 14mm drain plugs (A, Figure 37).
7. Using a long funnel, add 2 quarts of oil to the differ-
ential fill (See Figure 33). The differential fill cap
should have been removed earlier).
8. Reinstall the differential fill cap (A, Figure 33).
9. Remove the expansion chamber access plug (A,
Figure 38) and expansion chamber cover. Add 2
quarts (1.9L) of oil to the expansion chamber a few
ounces at a time.
10. Reinstall the expansion chamber cover and access
plug (Figure 38).
11. Test run the tractor for 10 minutes. Drive forward
and backward; raise and lower the attachment lift
several times.
12. Recheck the transmission oil level. There should be
7/16” (1 cm) of oil visible in expansion chamber. DO
NOT OVERFILL. Empty space is required for heat
expansion.
A
B
Figure 37. Transmission Drain Plugs
A. 14mm Drain Plugs
B. Filter Access Cap
A
B
Figure 38. Seat Deck Access Plug
A. Expansion Chamber Access Plug
A