Dixon 52 manual Hydrostatic Transmission Fluid Filter Service, Recommended Fluid

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CARE AND MAINTENANCE

HYDROSTATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID &

FILTER SERVICE:

Dirt or water in fluid can ruin the hydrostatic transmissions.

SERVICE INTERVALS:

1.Initial filter service - 100 hours

2.Every 500 hours or once a year thereafter.

RECOMMENDED FLUID:

All temperatures - 15W-50 Synthetic Hydrostatic Fluid

~or if not available~

Normal Operating Temperatures - 20W50 engine oil

Cold climate usage - 10W40 engine oil

Use engine oil with an API classification of SG/CD.

FLUID FILTER: P/N 539 102606 - IMPORTANT

The fluid filter is a special design for use on “vacuum or suction” oil flow systems.

DO NOT:	Use automotive engine oil filters. These
	filters require a “pressure” to allow oil flow.
	Usage will result in an “air-lock” condition
	with possible damage.

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