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Maintenance Instructions
CLEANING
Transaxle Cooling Fins
Keeping the cooling fins on the transaxles clean and
free of obstruction is
essential to avoid overheating
the transmission fluid and shortening transmission
life. The cooling fins should be checked
every 100
hours;
and cleaned if necessary.
To clean the fins, use compressed air and/or a pres-
sure washer. Pay close attention to any build up on
the transaxle housings. This may be the result of an
oil leak. If an oil leak is noticed, contact your local
Walker dealer.
Cooling
Fins
Transaxle Cooling Fins
IMPORTANT:
In case an oil leak develops on the
input shaft, the cooling fan blowing dusty air and oil
on the transmission will
quickly
pack the cooling fins
with
oily dirt.
If this condition occurs, contact your
dealer immediately to avoid overheating and dam-
aging the transaxle.
An additional procedure in maintaining transaxle
cooling is to inspect the cooling fans. Replace the
fan(s) if blades are missing or damaged.
Cooling
Fans
Transaxle Cooling Fans