Dixon Black Bear - Manual (Page 41)

CARE AND MAINTENANCE
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HYDROSTATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID &
FILTER SERVICE:
Dirt or water in fluid can ruin the hydrostatic transmissions.
SERVICE INTERVALS:
1. Initial filter service - 100 hours
2. Every 500 hours or once a year thereafter.
RECOMMENDED FLUID:
All temperatures -
Dixon Blue™ 15W-50 Synthetic Hydrostatic Fluid
~or if not available~
Normal Operating Temperatures - 20W50 engine oil
Cold climate usage - 10W40 engine oil
Use engine oil with an API classification of SG/CD.
Dixon Blue™ 15W-50 Synthetic Hydrostatic Fluid is
specifically formulated to provide excellent all-climate
performance and extended time between
oil changes.
FLUID FILTER: P/N 18045 - IMPORTANT
The fluid filter is a special design for use on
“vacuum or suction” oil flow systems.
DO NOT USE AUTOMOTIVE ENGINE OIL FILTERS!
These filters require a “pressure” to allow oil flow. Usage
will result in an “air-lock” condition with possible damage.