PERIODIC SERVICE46
BChanging Rear Axle Gear Case Fluid
(RIGHT AND LEFT) (See "LUBRICANTS, FUEL AND
COOLANT" in "MAINTENANCE" section.)
1. To check the oil level, remove the check plug (bolt).
A Place the mower on a level surface.
Loosen the check plug. Oil should be visible
through the opening. If the oil level is too low or
high, adjust it.
2. To change gear oil, remove the drain and filling port
plug with the hex head wrench to drain the used oil.
After draining, replace the drain plug and fill with new
oil.
BChecking Hydraulic Hose
To avoid personal injury:
A Be sure to stop the engine and remove the key
before checking and replacing hydraulic hose.
A Allow transmission case to cool down
sufficiently; oil can be hot and may cause
burns.
Check to see if hydraulic hoses are properly fixed every
200 hours of operation.
1. Check to see that all lines and hose clamps are tight
and not damaged.
2. If hoses and clamps are found worn or damaged,
replace or repair them at once.
Oil capacity 0.5 L (0.5 U.S.qts.)
(1) Filling and checking port plug
(2) Drain plug
(3) Hex head wrench
(1) Power steering hoses
(1) Power steering hoses
(2) Pump hoses