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SECTION 6
OIL, FILTER AND LUBRICATION INFORMATION
6.3.4 Transmission Oil Filter
The hydrostatic transmission is equipped with a disposable,
spin-on oil filter. Replace this filter with a new one whenever
transmission oil is changed (Part # 610-114).
Before installing the new filter, lubricate the rubber filter
gasket with fresh oil. Screw the filter on by hand until the
gasket contacts filter adapter. Tighten 1/2 to 3/4 turn more.
Start and run engine to check for oil leaks. Stop engine and
re-check oil level. Add oil if required.
6.4 LUBRICATION INFORMATION
6.4.1 General
The drive chains require regularly scheduled lubrication to
prevent premature wear and replacement. Use the recom-
mended lubricants listed in this section and carefully observe
the recommended lubrication intervals.
6.4.2 Drive Chain Lubrication
Your Centaur is equipped with an auto lube system which
provides lubrication to the Centaur drive chains at each axle.
This requires maintaining the oil level in the system on a
regular basis.
Recommended Chain Lube Oil
BEL-RAY® WATERPROOF CHAIN LUBRICANT
Bel-Ray Waterproof Chain Lubricant
is a heavy-duty, long
lasting oil for chains and bearings operating in wet environ-
ments. It offers exceptional rust and corrosion protection, as
well as water displacing benefits that make it the ideal lubricant
for numerous wet applications.
P.O. Box 526
Farmingdale, New Jersey 07727 U.S.A.
TEL (732) 938-2421 FAX (732) 938-4232
www.belray.com
An alternative to the above if not readily available is any oil -
ATF, light Hyd oil etc.
or
for the environmentally conscious,
use
Husqvarna VegOil
.
A vegetable-based chain oil that
has been carefully developed by Husqvarna to produce a
highly effective, environmentally compatible lubricant.
Biodegradable and economical – up to 40% less required than
with conventional oils. Low viscosity even in extreme cold
and able to handle water contamination. Can be cleaned with
common detergents.
After every 100 hours of operation, remove all the drive chains
from the vehicle and clean them thoroughly in a suitable
solvent, i.e. degreaser.
Never use gasoline as a cleaning solvent. Gasoline is
extremely flammable and can explode if ignited, causing
serious personal injury.
Allow the chains to dry thoroughly, re-lubricate generously
with Chain Lube and re-install.
Refer to Section 7.2.3 of this manual for drive chain removal
and re-installation instructions.
6.4.3 Driven Clutch Maintenance
The driven clutch uses dry slide bushings and should
not
be
lubricated. A complete service of the clutch units is required
after every 300 hours of operation. To perform this proce-
dure, the clutches must be disassembled. Special tools are
required to disassemble the clutch units. We recommend
that you return your vehicle to a Centaur dealer to have the
clutch units serviced.
6.4.4 Axle Bearing Lubrication
Figure 6-5. Axle Assemblies
The Centaur axle assemblies are filled with 300ml of 80W90
Gear Lube HYP0Y-C. At 25 hours:
1. The oil level should be checked by removing the side plug
on each axle housing. Fill the axle assembly until the oil
is level with this hole.
2. The bottom plug should be removed to check for water
contamination. If water runs out or the oil has a milky
appearance, drain the oil and replace with 300 mL (10.2
ozs.) of 80W90 Gear Lube HYP0Y-C.
The oil in the axle housings should be replaced each 150
hours of operation.
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