Section 7
7.11 CUTTER DECK GEARBOX
A. Checking Lubricant Level
CAUTION:
The cutter deck gearbox can reach high operating temperatures. Allow the cutter deck gearbox to cool before servicing.
2.Remove the drain plug and drain the lubricant into the container and properly discard it.
3.
7.12 COOLING SYSTEM
CUTTER DECK
GEARBOX CHECK
PLUG
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Figure 7-12 Cutter Deck Gearbox
The fluid level in the cutter deck gearbox (Figure
1.Lower the cutter deck to to its lowest position to gain access to the cutter deck gearbox.
2.Clean and remove the check plug from the side of the gearbox (See Figure
WARNING:
To avoid burns, always allow the engine to cool before removing the radiator cap.
A. Checking Coolant Level
The coolant level should be checked before each day of operation.
1.Remove the radiator cap by turning it slowly counterclockwise to the first stop and allow any pressure to be released. Push down on the cap and turn counterclockwise to remove.
2.Visually check the coolant level. The coolant level should be up to the bottom of the filler neck as shown in figure
Refer to the coolant manuafacturer's instruc- tions for the proper coolant mixture ratio.
Fill to Bottom of
Filler Neck
B. Changing Lubricant
The lubricant in the cutter deck gearbox should be changed after every 500 hours of operation or yearly, whichever occurs first.
1.Place a suitable container beneath the cutter deck gearbox and locate the gearbox drain plug.
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