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This places the transmission in the correct position to take a “Cold” oil level reading. 3. Allow the tiller to rest in this position for at least five minutes for a “Hot” reading or two hours for a “Cold” reading. (Allow more time if the air temperature is below 40 °F). 4. Clean the area around the tine attachment dipstick so that no debris will fall into the transmission. 6-8: Tine attachment dipstick markings. 5. Using a 9/16-inch wrench, remove the dipstick as shown in Photo 6-7. Wipe the dipstick with a clean rag and note the “Hot” and “Cold” range markings on one side (Figure 6-8). 6. With the markings facing to the rear of the tiller, gently lower the dipstick straight down into the sump hole until the end just touches the drive shaft inside the hole (Photo 6-9). Do not force, or try to thread the dipstick into the hole. Doing so will bend the dipstick and result in an incorrect reading. 7. After a few seconds, carefully remove the dipstick and look at the markings. If taking a “Hot” reading, the oil level should be within, or slightly above, the “Hot” range marking (checkered pattern). If taking a “Cold” reading, the oil level should be within, or slightly above, the “Cold” range marking. 8. If the oil level is okay, your check is finished and you should securely replace the dipstick. If the oil level is low, see the instructions that follow. . jC. MARKINGS FACE TO REAR 6-7: Remove tine attachment dipstick. 6-9: Insert dipstick straight down. C. Adding or changing gear oil For small top-offs (a few ounces or less), use SAE140, SAE 85W-140 orSAE80W-90 weight gear oil with an API rating of either GL-3 or GL-5. For full gear-oil replacement, use SAE 140 orSAE85W-140 gear oil with an API rating of GL-3 only. (Your tiller transmission was filled with SAE 140 weight gear oil at the factory.) IMPORTANT Do not use automatic transmission fluid or engine oil in the transmission. These lubricants are too light for transmission use. The gear oil does not require regular changing. Do so only if you know, or suspect, that it has become contaminated with dirt, sand, or metal particles. Gear oil should be available at well-stocked service stations, outdoor power equipment stores, or farm or heavy equipment service centers. The power unit transmission holds approximately 60 ounces; the tine attachment holds approximately 16 ounces. To add oil to the Power Unit transmission: 1. Follow steps 1 and 2 of “To check the Power Unit oil level.” 2. Using a %-inch wrench or socket, remove the bolt that secures the handlebar base to the top of the transmission (before removing the bolt, support the handlebars with one hand to prevent them from falling on the tine hood). Unplug the Forward interlock wire harness receptacle at the bottom of the handlebars and gently set the handlebars aside (avoid getting dirt on the wire harness, the mounting bolt, or the handlebar base). The hole in the top of the transmission is the gear oil fill hole. See Photo 6-10. 3. Using a clean funnel, slowly pour fresh gear oil into the transmission. Stop pouring the gear oil when it begins to flow out of the oil level check hole on the left side of the transmission (see Photo 6-6). 4. Reinstall the oil level check plug and tighten it securely. 5. Reinstall the handlebars and tighten the mounting bolt securely. Make certain that the handlebars are pointing straight backwards, and are not angled to one side. 6. Reconnect the Forward Interlock wire harness, making sure that the connection is tight and secure. 7. Test operation of Forward Interlock Safety System. See page 17. * i I ......; : 6-10: Remove handlebar base to add gear oil. To drain the Power Unit transmission: 1. Place a shallow pan beneath the transmission gear oil drain plug (Photo 6-11). 2. Use a %-inch wrench to remove the oil level check plug (see Photo 6-6). This vents the transmission and speeds up draining. 3. Use the same wrench to remove the drain plug. The gear oil will drain slowly, so be patient. After about two quarts has drained, gently tilt the tiller forward so that the oil will drain from the rear of the transmission. 6-11: Remove oil drain plug. 4. After all the gear oil has drained, clean the threads of the oil drain plug, apply a non-hardening gasket sealant to the threads and reinstall the plug. 5. Leave the oil level check plug off if you are going to immediately refill the transmission. If not, replace the check plug for safekeeping. 6. Be certain to refill the transmission with gear oil before operating the tiller again. To add oil to the Tine Attachment transmission: 1. Select the correct depth regulator lever setting: (a) If filling an empty transmission, raise the Depth Regulator Lever until the tines are on theground. (b) If you are topping off the gear oil level, move the Depth Regulator Lever all the way down until it is engaged in its highest notch. 2. Remove the dipstick from the tine attachment, after first cleaning t...
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