Kohler Command PRO CH260 [54/100] Gear reduction system

Gear Reduction System

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8. Remove reduction case gasket between reduction

case and closure plate. Clean all gasket surfaces.

K Reduction Case Gasket

Inspection

Remove all gaskets and clean all gasket surfaces. Do not

nick or damage surfaces. Clean and inspect condition of

all gears for any abnormal wear or damage. Replace as

necessary. Rotate bearings and check for any roughness.

Inspect bearing surfaces for any damage or irregularities.

Replace as necessary.

Reassembly

NOTE: Use new gaskets when assembling. Lightly

lubricate lip of seal with oil.

NOTE: Lubricate gears with clean oil before assembling.

1. Install new reduction case gasket between reduction

case and closure plate.

2. Install reduction case to closure plate and secure

with screws. Torque screws to 24.4 N·m (216 in. lb.).

3. Lubricate and install PTO shaft into reduction

housing. Engage teeth with splines on crankshaft

and slide assembly into bearing bore on housing.

4. Using new reduction cover gasket, install reduction

cover. Position outer cover as originally installed and

secure with screws. Torque screws to 7.4 N·m

(66 in. lb.).

5. Install key into keyway of PTO shaft.

6. Engine must be level. Add new oil through oil ﬁ ll plug

hole on top until oil level is up to bottom of oil level/

drain plug hole. Reinstall both plugs and tighten

securely.