Craftsman 917.25736 Transaxle Pump Fluid Level See Figs, Recommended SAE Viscosity Grades

MAINTENANCE

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TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID LEVEL (See Figs. 13 & 14)

Check fluid level after every 25 hours of use Rear drawbar must be removed to check fluid revel

Remove the four (4) fasteners to remove the drewbar

Clean reservoir thoroughly before removing cap

Check for proper fluid level in reservoir (should be above the "OIL LEVEL COLD" line).

If oil is needed, remove cap on reservoir (with e clockwise rotation), and fill to "OIL LEVEL COLD" line with SAE 10W30 oil

Replace cap securely (do not overtighten)

Reassemble drawbar and tighten fasteners securely

TRANSMISSION COOLING (See Fig. 14)

The fan and cooling fins of transmission should be kept clean to assure proper cooling

Do not attempt to clean fan or transmission while engine is running or while the transmission is hot.

Inspect cooling fan to be sure fan blades are intact and clean

Inspect cooling fins for dirt, grass clippings and other materials,

Thoroughly clean the cooling fins with a cloth, brush, or compressed air

FASTENERS

FASTENERS

FIG.	13
	, RESERVOIR
( _	"OIL	LEVEL HOT"	LINE
	"OIL	LEVEL COLD"	LINE

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Change the oil after the first two hours of operation and

every 25 hours thereafter or at least once a year if the tractor is not used for 25 hours in one year,

Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine and after each five (5) hours of continuous use Add SAE 30W motor oil or equivalent Tighten oil fill cap/dipstick securely each time you check the oil level SAE 5W-30 motor oil may be used to make starting easier in areas where temperature is consistently 32 ° F or lower,

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Fig, 15) -

Determine temperature range expected before oil change. All oil must meet API service classification SD, SE or'SF,

Be sure vehicle is on level surface.

Oil will drain more freely when warm,

Catch oil in a suitable container,

Remove oil fill dipstick, Be careful not to allow dirt to enter the engine when changing oil,

Remove drain plug,

After oil has drained completely, replace oil drain plug and tighten securely,

Refill engine with oil through oi! fill dipstick tube, Pour slowly, Do not overfill, For approximate capacity see

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual

Use gauge on oil fill dipstick for checking level, Be sure dipstick cap is tightened securely for accurate reading, Keep oil at "FULL" line on dipstick

RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

-20° 0° 32 ° 60 ° 80° 100°

COOLING_ ,-----

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FIG, 14 FIGo 15

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