TRANSAXLE COOLING
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. To prevent
possible damage to seals, no not use high pressure water or steam to clean transaxle.
oinspect cooling fan to be sure fan blades are intactand clean.
°Inspect cooling fins for dirt, grass clippings and other materials. To prevent damage to seals, do not use compressed air or high pressure sprayer°
TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID
The transaxle was sealed at the factory and fluid mainte- nance is not required for the life of the transaxle. Should the transaxle ever leak or require servicing, contact your nearest authorized service center/departmento
Check V_belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours of
operation and replace if necessary° The belts are not adjustable_ Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear.
BILITJES
TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs. '14and 15)
Determine temperature range expected before oil change. All oil must meet API service classification SF or SGo
°Be sure tractor is on level surface,,
. Oi! will drain more freely when warm,,
•Catch oil in a suitable container,,
•Remove oil fill cap!dipsticko Be careful not to allow dirt to enter the engine when changing oil
°Remove drain plugo
•After oil has drained completely, replace oil drain plug and tighten securely.
=Refill engine with oil through oil 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 cap/dipstick for checking level. Be sure dipstick is in all the way for accurate reading, Keep oil at "FULL" line on dipstick,
AIR SCREEN | OIL DRAIN PLUG |
\ |
|
ENGINE
LUBRICATION
Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service classificationSForSG_ Selectthe oil s SAE viscositygrade
according to your expected operating temperature.
SAE VISCOSITY GRADES
_F |
| 0 = | 30 _ | _?o 40 = | 60o | 80_ | 100, | |
% |
| o° | 1o° .....20, |
| ..3o".. 40° | |||
TEMPERATURE RANGE ANT_CIPATED BEFORE NEXT OiL CHANGE
FIG. 14
NOTE: Although
Change the oil after the first two hours of operation and every 50 hours thereafter or at least once a year if the tractor is not used for 50 hours in one year°
Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine and after each eight (8) hours of continuous use_
ENGINE OIL
FILL CAP/DIPSTICK
FIG. 15
CLEAN AIR SCREEN (See Fig. 15)
Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine damage from overheating. Clean with a wire bnJsh
or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum fibers.
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