MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS (CONT.)
GEARBOX LUBRICATION
Note:
The gearbox must be filled with SAE EP oil before operating.
• Place the mower on an even and leveled surface.
• Remove filler plug and test level plug (See figure below for location of plugs).
• Add oil through the filler plug until it starts running out of the test plug. (Pour oil slowly to make sure that
the lower portion of the gearbox housing has been filled).
• Screw the test and filler plugs back in their corresponding places.
It is recommended that the oil level plug be removed after every 8-10 hours of operation and oil added until
it runs out of the test plug hole. The filler plug hole and test plug hole are both located on the back side of
the gearbox.
Note:
• It is recommended that the test plug be removed after every 8-10 hours of operation and oil added to the
proper fill level if required.
• Do not overfill the gearbox with oil. This will result in pressure build up inside the unit, which can cause
the oil seals to leak.
• If the gearbox suddenly starts making an unusual noise, stop at once, check for oil leaks and refill it as required.
GEARBOX LUBRICATION
The gauge wheels are equipped with bearings which require grease regularly. Grease fittings are provided
in the gauge wheel pivot. (See figure below for grease fitting location)
It is recommended that these be lubricated every 8 hours of operation.
Fig: Gearbox plug locations.
Fig: Grease fitting location.
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