Small Engines (Lawn Mowers, etc.): Craftsman rider rearend, transaxle, gear oil

Question
Hi I have a craftsman rider model #536270112. I was wondering is there a place in the rearend to add transmission fluid? I ask this because last year I had to replace the drive belt, now this year the drive belt has went out again. I am now hearing a slight noise I believe to becoming from the rearend.
Thanks
Tim

Answer
Hello Tim:

You can View a Breakdown/IPL of this Transaxle at this Site Addy, http://www.m-and-d.com/dana_foote_parts.html and Scroll Down to the View Dana/Foote Parts Diagrams Section. Then Scroll Down in this Section and Select your Model Transaxle (4450-1 according to the Sears Breakdown). After Viewing the Diagram for this Transaxle, I see there is No Oil Fill Plug. If the Transaxle Requires More Oil, then Remove the Shifter from the Transaxle Housing and Add the Oil Through there. Add 1 Pint (80W90 Gear Oil) at a Time and Run the Transaxle. This is a Simple Transaxle and Easy to Repair if Required. Hope this Helps. I am Here if You Require More Assistance. Let me Know What Happens, Please. Thanks.

Good Luck

Respectfully

John