Craftsman 15.5 hp 42 " Hydro

[Amsoilman1]

What is the best way to service the hydro system in this unit. My daughters machine and Im not firmular with it. Thanks for a quick response.
Amsoilman

 

[ILENGINE]

most hydros on mowers are a non serviceable item and the only thing that you need to worry about is to keep the grass cleaned off so it doesn't overhead and burn the oil in the tranny.

 

[Amsoilman1]

most hydros on mowers are a non serviceable item and the only thing that you need to worry about is to keep the grass cleaned off so it doesn't overhead and burn the oil in the tranny.

I understand but there isnt DINO lube that is going to work for 15 yrs or more. There is a way to drain if i have to put one in. Thanks for your response.
Amsoilman1

 

[ILENGINE]

most hydros has a vent at the top where the oil is installed at the factory. the only way to drain is to remove the hydro from the mower and turn upside down to drain or to vacuum out the oil which will not completely drain. there is an internal oil filter that can be accessed only by disassembly of the hydro. on consumers mowers the hydro oil is considered adequate for the life of the transmission. to refill with the proper amount and type of oil the hydro must be completely drained because there is no dipstick to check level and the amount that you add has to be premeasured to get the correct amount without overfilling and either making a mess when the oil overflowed the vent or blows a seal someplace.

by statistic the average homeowner mower is replaced every 4.5 years and gets run 38 hours per year. the manufacturers of the mowers know this and design the mowers to that replacement interval.

Randy,
owner, Illinois Engine
warranty dealer for hydrogear and peerless hydrostatic transmissions

 

[Amsoilman1]

most hydros has a vent at the top where the oil is installed at the factory. the only way to drain is to remove the hydro from the mower and turn upside down to drain or to vacuum out the oil which will not completely drain. there is an internal oil filter that can be accessed only by disassembly of the hydro. on consumers mowers the hydro oil is considered adequate for the life of the transmission. to refill with the proper amount and type of oil the hydro must be completely drained because there is no dipstick to check level and the amount that you add has to be premeasured to get the correct amount without overfilling and either making a mess when the oil overflowed the vent or blows a seal someplace.

by statistic the average homeowner mower is replaced every 4.5 years and gets run 38 hours per year. the manufacturers of the mowers know this and design the mowers to that replacement interval.

Randy,
owner, Illinois Engine
warranty dealer for hydrogear and peerless hydrostatic transmissions

Randy: You absolutely tight and I was just throwing in my life long fabracation , auto body,Paint tech mechanic of 30 yrs of life experience. I find a way of doing what has to be done. I found a low spot on housing at the bottom back. I will Drill out ,drain and measure out come. Then flush out with Kerosene and install lf taping bold with Plastic washer. Of Course I only use Amsoil Products..Haaa. Than again Randy and I will keep you abreast.
Amsoilman1 :confused2:

 

[ILENGINE]

most of the hydrogear self contained hydros have 20w50 motor oil in them.

 

[Amsoilman1]

most of the hydrogear self contained hydros have 20w50 motor oil in them.

Thank you for the follow up info.
Amsoilman1 :biggrin:

 

[Briana]

Hey there - WELCOME to LMF!

I moved your thread to the Craftsman Forum. :smile: