CHECKING TRANSMISSION OIL LEVEL
NOTE
Check the oil level only while the engine is stopped and the tractor is level.
Check the oil level of the transmission case before each use to see that it is filled to the correct level. Before checking the transmission oil level, clean the area around the oil fill plug/dipstick to prevent debris from entering the transmission case. Always keep the oil level between the “FULL” and the “ADD” marks on the dipstick (See Figure 20). When checking the oil level, the dipstick must be withdrawn and wiped clean, then inserted all the way before being withdrawn for a true reading.
OPERATING
RANGE
TRANSMISSION
DIPSTICK
Figure 20
ADDING TRANSMISSION OIL
CAUTION
Never overfill the transmission case. Damage may result if the oil level in the transmission case is below the “ADD” mark or over the “FULL” mark of the dipstick.
NOTE
For best results, fill to the “FULL” mark on the dipstick as opposed to adding a given quantity of oil. Always check the level on the dipstick before adding more oil.
Refer to the LUBRICATION TABLE for information regarding the proper type of oil to add to the transmission case.
1.Place the tractor on a level surface and engage the brake pedal lock. Stop the tractor engine and remove the ignition key.
2.Clean the area around the oil fill plug/dipstick to prevent debris from entering the transmission case.
3.Remove the oil fill plug/dipstick from the oil fill port and SLOWLY pour oil into the oil fill port. Fill the transmission case until the oil level reaches the “FULL” mark on the dipstick (Refer to Figure 20).
4.Reinstall the oil fill plug/dipstick securely into the oil fill port.
CAUTION
The oil fill plug/dipstick MUST BE INSTALLED SECURELY INTO THE FILL PORT AT ALL TIMES WHEN THE ENGINE IS OPERATING.
HYDROSTATIC DRIVE OIL FILTER
CAUTION
Never overfill the transmission case. Damage may result if the oil level in the transmission case is below the “ADD” mark or over the “FULL” mark of the dipstick.
NOTE
For best results, fill to the “FULL” mark on the dipstick as opposed to adding a given quantity of oil. Always check the level on the dipstick before adding more oil.
Refer to the MAINTENANCE CHART for information regarding the frequency of the hydrostatic transmission oil filter replacement. The filter can be obtained through your Cub Cadet dealer under the part number
Refer to the LUBRICATION TABLE for information regarding the oil capacity and the proper type of oil to pour into the transmission case.
1.Place the tractor on a level surface and engage the brake pedal lock. Stop the tractor engine and remove the ignition key.
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