Snapper ZT3000 Transmission Oil Filter Change, Change Interval Every 200 Hours Filter Part Number

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Service Procedures

Transmission Oil Filter Change

Do not allow dirt, water, or other debris to enter the expansion chamber or transmission. Even a small amount of dirt can damage the transmission

Change Interval: Every 200 Hours

Filter Part Number: 5101026X1

Oil Type: 20W-50 conventional detergent motor oil.

1.Locate the transmission oil filters (A, Figure 23) underneath the rear of the machine on the transmissions.

2.Remove the three 1/4” filter guard screws (C) and the filter guard (B).

3.Clean the area around the filter base and remove the filter.

4.Apply a film of new oil to the gasket of the new replacement filter. After the oil has drained, thread the new filter onto the filter base until the gasket makes contact, then tighten 3/4 of a turn more.

5.Reinstall the filter guard with the three 1/4” filter guard screws

6.Using a hex bit swivel socket or a modified allen wrench remove the top port plug from the transmissions.

7.Remove the transmission reservoir cap and fill with oil until oil appears at the bottom of the transmission’s top port (approximately 2 qts (1,89L).

8.Reinstall the top port plug and tighten to 15 ft lbs (20,38 Nm).

9.Continue to add oil to the transmission oil reservoirs until the oil lever reaches the “FULL COLD” mark (B, Figure 24). Reinstall the oil reservoir cap.

10.Repeat this process for the other side of the machine.

11.Run the unit for several minutes and check the transmission oil level.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Use caution after changing the filter; air in the hydraulic system may affect the responsiveness of the control levers. Repeat step 11 until the air is out of the system.

A

B

D

C

Figure 23. Transmission (Left Side Shown.)

A.Transmission Oil Filter

B.Filter Guard

C.1/4” Filter Guard Screws

D.Top Port Plug

A

B

Figure 24. Transmission Oil Reservoirs

A.Transmission Oil Reservoirs

B.“FULL COLD” Mark

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ZT3000 specifications

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