Regular Maintenance
CHECK/CLEAN OIL COOLER (23HP MODELS ONLY)
The oil cooler (G, Figure 21) should be cleaned every 25 hours, or as necessary.
CHANGE ANTIFREEZE
(LIQUID COOLED MODELS ONLY)
See Engine Manual for specific antifreeze procedures. On Kawasaki models the antifreeze drain valve is locat- ed on the bottom of the radiator. On Diesel the antifreeze drain valve is located at the base of the left hand side of the radiator.
CHECK TRANSMISSION OIL LEVEL
To check the transmission oil level observe the oil level in the plastic tube at the rear of the unit (see Figure 25).
There should be 1” to
CHANGING TRANSMISSION FLUID & FILTER
The transmission fluid and filter should be changed only when performing repair work or if fluid has become dis- colored from overheating or contamination. Perform fluid change every 400 hours of operation if no other trans- mission service has been done.
Replace the transmission filter whenever changing trans- mission fluid. Make sure filter base and surrounding area is absolutely clean before removing old filter.
1.Drain hydrostatic system by removing drain plug (B, Figure 25). Drain fluid into a suitable container.
2.Clean the base and replace the filter using an appro- priate filter wrench (see Figure 29 for filter location). Reinstall the drain plug.
3.Add Type F transmission fluid through the oil fill (see Figure 26). Capacity is 6 quarts (5.7 L).
4.Run tractor for several minutes until transmission is warm and check fluid level in tube (A, Figure 25).
CHECK MOWER DECK
GEAR BOX OIL
To check the mower deck gear box oil:
1.Remove the plugs from the top and side of the gear box (see Figure 27).
2.Add SAE
3.Replace the plugs and wipe up any spilled oil.
Bumper Removed For Clarity |
A |
B |
Figure 25. Transmission Fluid Check (Bumper not shown)
A.Hydraulic Tube
B.Drain Plug
Oil Fill |
Figure 26. Transmission Oil Fill
A |
B |
Figure 27. Gear Box Fill Plug Location
A.Top Fill Plug
B.Side Fill Plug
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