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Gear
Drive
Midsize
LUBRICATION
ENGINE
DAILY
Remove the dipstick S and check that the oil level
reaches the full mark. If necessary, top off with fresh
oil. To obtain the correct oil level, the machine must
be level. See engine manufacturer’s manual for
proper oil viscosity and grade.
DO NOT OVER FILL!
AFTER THE FIRST 5 WORKING HOURS
While the engine is warm, remove the drain plug P
and drain the crankcase. Replace oil filter. Clean and
replace the plug. Fill the crankcase through the filler
hole with fresh oil to the full mark. See engine
manufacturers manuals for oil and filter change
intervals.
Engine operator’s manuals are shipped with each
machine. Shop manuals for the engines are available
from your local engine dealer/distributor.
• For Kawasaki FH500V, order: 99920-2129-03.
• For Kawasaki FH451V, order: 99920-2129-03.
GEARBOX
Check every 500 hours to ensure proper lubrication.
12 oz. is capacity of gearbox. To check level:
Remove top cover(A), 12 oz. of grease will fill
1/3-1/2 of the bottom 1/2 of gearbox. Only add
Bentonite grease-available from your Peerless
dealer. Lubricate each grease fitting on either side
of gearbox.