Sears 917.25559 - Manual (Page 16)

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID LEVEL (See Figs,
13&14)
Check fluid level after every 25 hours of use. Rear drawbar
must be removed to check fluid level.
• Remove the four (4) fasteners to remove the drawbar.
• Clean reservoir thoroughly before removing cap.
• Check for proper fluid level In reservoir (should be
above the "OIL LEVEL COLD" line).
• If oil is needed, remove cap on reservoir (with a
clockwise rotation), and fill to "OIL LEVEL COLD" line
with SAE 10W30 oil.
" Replace cap-securely (do not overtighten).
• Reassemble drawbar and tighten fasteners securely.
RESERVOIR
OIL LEVEL HOT" UNE
■OIL LEVEL COLD* UNE
COOLING
FINS
COOUNG FAN
FIG. 13
FASTENERS
DRAWBAR
FASTENERS
FIG. 14
V-BELTS
Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours
and replace if necessary. The belts are not adjustable.
Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear.
TRANSAXLE COOLING .
Keep transaxle free from build-up of dirt and chaff which
can restrict cooling.
ENGINE
LUBRICATION
Change the oil after the first two hours of operation and
every 25 hours thereafter or at least once a year if the
tractor is not used for 25 hours in one year.
Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine
and after each eight (8) hours of continuous use. Add SAE
30W motor oil or equivalent. Tighten oil fill cap/dipstick
securely each time you check the oil level. SAE 5W-30
motor oil may be used to make starting easier in areas
where temperature is consistently 32° F or lower.
TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Fig. 15)
Determine temperature range expected before oil change.
All oil must meet API service classification SG.
• Be sure vehicle is on level surface.
• Oil will drain more freely when warm.
• Catch oil in a suitable container.
• Remove oil fill dipstick. Be careful not to allow dirt to
enter the engine when changing oil.
• Remove drain plug.
• After oil has drained completely, replace oil drain plug
and tighten securely.
• Refill engine with oil through oil fill dipstick tube. Pour
slowly. Do not overfill. For approximate capacity see
Product Specifications on page 3 of this manual.
• Use gauge on oil fill dipstick for checking level. Be sure
dipstick cap is tightened securely for accurate reading.
Keep oil at “FULL” line on dipstick.
SAE VISCOSITY GRADES
engine damage. Check oli Jevei more fequemiy if using these types of oils.
* SAE 30 Qif, if used befow 40*F(4'C), will result in hard starting and possible engine
bore damage ciue to inadeouate iubricaiton.
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