Maintenance Instructions | LUBRICATION |
Tractor PTO Gearbox Lubrication
Checking Gearbox Oil Level
The tractor PTO gearbox is permanently lubricated (oil filled) and sealed requiring no scheduled lubrica- tion. However, the gearbox oil seals should be checked every 25 hours for indication of oil leaks. If evidence of an oil leak is noted, replace the oil seal and relubricate the gearbox. The gearbox can be drained by removing the plug on the gearbox cover. Replace plug and refill gearbox using 5 fl. oz. (15cl) of SAE E.P. (Extreme Pressure) 90W oil.
With the deck removed, the tractor unit may need to be tilted forward (resting on deck support arms) for positioning purposes, to add oil into the PTO gear- box.
CAUTION
Do not leave the mower in this position for an extended period of time to prevent oil from draining into the heads and causing possible engine damage.
PTO Gearbox |
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Fill Plug | Rear of Tractor |
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PTO Gearbox
Drain Plug
Tractor PTO Gearbox Location (view from underside of tractor)
Transaxle Lubrication
•The transaxle oil lubrication is SAE
•Inspect both transaxle cases after every 100 hours of operation for visible leaks. If a leak is de- tected, the oil level should be checked through the breather port on top of the transaxle. Using a clean rod, measure the oil level by placing the rod in the fill port and bottoming out the rod on the bottom of the case. Remove the rod and measure the oil level on the rod. It should measure 4 to
Steering Linkage and PTO Linkage Lubrication
The steering and PTO linkage are located at the rear of the tractor below the body. The grease and oil points should be lubricated every 25 hours.
Rear of Tractor
PTO Linkage
Lubrication Points
Steering Linkage
Lubrication Points
Steering and PTO Linkage Location
(view from underside of tractor)
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