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BXTR6438
6.4 Maintenance
By following a careful service and maintenance program
for your machine, you will enjoy many years of trouble-free
operation.
Put the machine in
safe condition
before working on this
machine,
•
shut off the engine.
•
ensure all components have stopped moving.
•
remove and pocket the ignition key.
•
disconnect the battery.
•
block and chock the wheels.
6.4.1 Kohler CH980 38 hp Engine
Review engine instruction manual for specific instructions /
requirements on:
•
Oil
•
Oil filter
•
Air cleaner
•
Fuel filter
•
Fuel lines
To make the process of changing oil easier, an oil drain
extension has been added and is located at the rear of the
machine.
6.4.2 Hydraulic Oil Fill
The BXTR6438 hydraulic tank is located next to the fuel tank and
is equipped with a site glass that shows the level of the oil in the
tank (located just above the tool box lid).
Hydraulic oil level should be checked daily, and the quality of
the oil should be inspected every 50 hours. If the oil is dirty or
smells burnt, it should be replaced.
For optimum performance, the filter should be changed every
100 hours, and the hydraulic oil should be changed every 500
hours or once a year.
Hydraulic Oil Level
Hydraulic Site Glass
1.
Allow the engine and muffler to cool.
2.
Clean area around fill cap and remove cap.
3.
Using a clean funnel, fill the tank according to the oil level
gauge:
• When filling the tank with oil, the window of the site
glass will also fill with oil as the level gets higher in the
tank.
• Never fill the oil tank above the
site glass.
• Do not run the machine with the oil level below the
site
glass.
• Reservoir Capacity 7 gal US (30 L).
• Use Dexron III hydraulic oil for all operating conditions.
4.
Install fill cap securely and wipe up any spilled oil.
Check levels after changing filters or servicing hydraulic
components.
Engine Oil Drain Location
