CK 30 HST

[huntbucks]

Bought me a new CK30 last month, /forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif have put 40 hours on it, runs good just changed the oil, and checked the trans fluid which is a the bottom of dip stick, was full new no leaks found is this normal ? also should I just go ahead and change it, or just add some and change the filter ? It has 2 filters should I change both or just the tranny one? I read the manual but am confused, first tractor. /forums/images/graemlins/confused.gif

 

[Dmace]

Congrats on the tractor purchase !

Just to be safe, I would change the tranny fluid and both filters and fill to the full mark. Then check it every 10 hours or so for a couple of months to make sure there is no leak.

 

[Highbeam]

Follow the level checking directions exactly with regards to cold or warm tractor, and all cylinders retracted or extended. Since the reservoir serves the cylinders it is important to do it the same way each time you check the level.

Change the fluid and both filters per the table.

 

[rapracing]

I believe Kioti suggests changing all fluids at or aroung 50 hours. My 50 hour service included filters and all fluids, hydraulic, engine and front end. Maybe check with your dealer to be sure

 

[Highbeam]

Yep, to flush out all the manufacturing debris, break in debris, and whatever else may be in Korean oil. I found the fluid that came out of the front axle was real thin like hydro oil compared to the 90 weight I put back in.

 

[Donnyj]

I found the fluid that came out of the front axle was real thin like hydro oil compared to the 90 weight I put back in. <font color="blue"> </font> Your exactly right. One dealer told me that the front diff oil on my 45S was hydraulic oil. He also said you could put that back in.

 

[WeldonEquip]

Make sure that when you check the fluid level with the dip stick that you pull out the dip stick and wipe it off then re-insert and then pull it out and read it. We have found faulty reading if we read the dip stick on the first pull out. What happen is that while running the tractor, air can make its way into the dip stick tube (which is sealed at the top by the dip stick), thus a faulty reading.

 

[VictorW]

You should change both filters. One is for the hydralics; 3pt lift, front bucket, steering, etc and the other is for the hydro drive. The oil all comes from the same main sump and both could have manufacturing material in them. I had a good bit of metal shavings on the main drain plug magnet at the 50 hour change.

As far as the oil, my dealer said no need to change it at 50 hours but the manual suggests to do it and I figured it was better to do it then to later say ah @#$%. Besides, you may have some moisture in it from normal condensation.

As far as it being low now, highbeam mentioned the cylinders. They should be all retracted and Weldon gave you a good tip about checking with the dip stick. I always keep mine at the top mark of the dip stick. That way when working with the fel or bh, the level shouldn't go below the low mark. Derek has a good suggestion to check for leaks but make sure you check the oil level the same way each time.

My front axle had hydralic oil also. The manual calls for 90 weight gear lube. Five quart bottles will be the proper fill. Make sure you remove both drain plugs to drain it all. I'm just a stickler on service with all my toys. Usually makes them last longer.

 

[Highbeam]

"My front axle had hydralic oil also. The manual calls for 90 weight gear lube. Five quart bottles will be the proper fill. Make sure you remove both drain plugs to drain it all."

The axle was the trickiest. Pull both plugs but also rock the axle on it's pivot to get it all. Spin the wheels to get some more fluid out of the diff too. Then on refilling, it will appear that you have filled it after only adding a little. Rock the axle, spin the wheel, even drive it around a little near the end. I used 5 quarts and it still shows a little low on the sight glass. I wanted as complete a change as I could when I saw that the factory fill was a break in charge of hydrofluid.

 

[huntbucks]

Thank you for all of your help, I think I will change out the fluid, and replace both filters, one more question does it make any difference if the tractor is cold or warm when you check the fluid level ? It was cold about 10 deg when I last checked it, and I did not warm up the tracor.