Taylor-Dunn B0-248-36, Operation, T Roubleshooting And Replacement Parts Manual

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Maintenance, Service, and Repair
Transmission Page 2
CHECK OIL LEVEL
The oil flows freely between the main gear case (3rd member) and the primary reduction gear case. It
is only necessary to check the oil level of the 3rd member.
Park the vehicle on a level surface.
6. Place a level on the top of the motor. Raise the rear of the vehicle until the level indicates
that the drive is level with the ground.
7. Place an oil drain pan underneath the 3rd member.
8. Remove the fill/level plug.
9. The oil level should be very close to the bottom of
the level plug opening.
a. If the oil level is below the bottom of the opening,
add oil as required until level with the bottom of
the opening. Refer to the
Lube Chart section for
information regarding type of oil.
b. If oil comes out of the opening, allow to drain until
level with the bottom of the opening.
10. Replace the fill/level plug.
11. Reconnect the main positive and negative cables at the batteries.
12. Remove the blocks from the wheels.
13. Release the park brake and test drive the vehicle.
1. Make sure the key-switch is in the “OFF” position, then remove
the key.
2. Place the forward-reverse switch in the center “OFF” position.
3. Set the park brake.
4. Place blocks under the front wheels to prevent vehicle movement.
5. Disconnect the main positive and negative cables at the batteries.