Small Engines (Lawn Mowers, etc.): Snapper SR140 Lawn tractor, gear oil, model numbers


Question
QUESTION: What is the proper differential oil for this tractor. With the mower standing up, is the top plug on the differential the fill level?

ANSWER: Hello Mitch:

>>The SR140 is the Series Model.
>>Send me the Model Numbers Off the Mower, Please. With these I can Locate the Proper Manual and Better Assist you. The Model Numbers are Usually Located Under the Seat on a Sticker or Tag on the Body. The Model Numbers should be Similar to the Following Example. >>Example: 2690269 or SR140D331B
>>The Oil May be SAE 30 Engine Oil or Some of the Snappers use SAE 80W90 Gear Oil.
>>Thanks.

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John

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John



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QUESTION: The serial number is 35 263365 and the Model # is 3312513BE

Answer
Hello Again Mitch:

>>Thanks for the Model Numbers, 3312513BE.
>>You can View a Breakdown of the Mower at this Site Addy; http://www.snapper.com/manuals/ . Enter your Model Numbers in the Box Provided and Click Find Manuals.  Select Illustrated Parts List from the Manual List Provided. Now Download the Manual for Online Viewing.  
>>With the Unit Standing on the Rear Bumper the Oil Fill Plug on the Side of the differential Housing (#18 in the Breakdown pg 8 of 36).
>>This Unit can Use Either SAE 30 Engine Oil or SAE 80W90 Gear Oil can be Used in the Differential of this Unit.
>>If you Hit a Snag or this Does Not Correct the Problem,  I am Here if You Require More Assistance. Hope this Helps. Let me Know What Happens, Please. May the All Mighty Bless You and Yours. Be Safe and Happy. Thanks.

Good Luck

Respectfully

John

PS: I am Allowed to Answer 10 Questions a Day. If you See I am Maxxed Out, then Try Submitting your Question at or Just After 8pm EST (US). My New Day Starts then. Comments and Ratings are Greatly Appreciated. Thanks.

Respectfully

John