Cleaning Transaxle Cooling Fans

CAUTION: Avoid injury! Compressed air can cause debris to fly a long distance.

  • Clear work area of bystanders.
  • Wear eye protection when using compressed air for cleaning purposes.
  • Reduce compressed air pressure to specification.

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    AirPressure 210 kPa (30 psi)

IMPORTANT: To ensure proper cooling, keep the transaxle cooling fins and surrounding area clean at all times. Operating the transaxle with obstructed cooling fins could cause damage due to overheating.

  1. Park machine safely. (See Parking Safely in the SAFETY section.)

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    Remove 4 bolts (A) and shield (B) over engine drive sheave.



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    Clean transaxle fan fins (C) and around exterior of each fan with a rag, brush or compressed air.



  4. Install engine drive sheave shield (B) with 4 bolts (A).

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