Company Brush Cutter User Manual

Dealer Service 29
MAN0805 (4/30/2009)
Check Gearbox
1. Place top cover (10) on housing and secure into
position using six cap screws (11).
2. Check gearbox for leaks by: plugging all holes
except one, applying 4 psi of compressed air, and
immersing gearbox in water. Verify gearbox does
not leak.
NOTE: Excessive air pressure will damage seals.
3. Remove gearbox from water and dry off.
4. Remove upper plug on right side of housing (oil
level hole). Add SAE 80W or 90W EP oil until it
runs out side level hole. Replace plug.
5. Install breather (12) in top cover.
Reinstallation on Cutter
NOTE: Gearbox is heavy: do not attempt to move it
without mechanical assistance.
1. Place gearbox on cutter and secure into position
using four cap screws and lock nuts.
2. Torque hardware to 175 lbs-ft.
3. Attach all drivelines to gearbox.
4. Install all shields.
Figure 14. Splitter Gearbox Assembly
1. Bearing
3. Oil seal
4. Snap ring
5. Shim
6. Pinion gear
7. Shaft 1-3/4, 20 spline, wing
8. Gear
9. Shaft 1-3/4, 20 spline, center
10. Cover
11. M10 x 30 Cap screw 8.8
12. 1/2 Breather