Shaft Seal Replacement - Toro Reelmaster 5200-D Service Manual

Shaft Seal Replacement

1. Park machine on a level surface, lower cutting units,
stop engine, engage parking brake, and remove key
from the ignition switch.
2. Disconnect drive shaft from the transmission (Fig
78).
Note: The face of the seal my be punctured with a
sharp instrument (such as a screwdriver) to aid in prying
the seal out, or a slide hammer type puller may be used
to remove the seal. Be careful to not damage the charge
pump cover or shaft. Once removed the seal is not reus-
able.
3. Remove retaining ring, then carefully remove seal
from bore in charge pump cover (Fig. 79).
4. Inspect the charge pump cover, new seal, and shaft
for damage. Inspect sealing area on shaft for rust, wear
or contamination. Polish seal area on shaft if necessary.
5. Use a seal installer tool or wrap spline end of shaft
with thin plastic to prevent damage to seal lip during
installation. Lubricate inside diameter of new seal with
petroleum jelly.
6. Press new seal into charge pump cover, being cer-
tain the seal is perpendicular to the shaft. Be careful not
to damage the seal. The outer face of the seal should be
located between 0.056 to 0.096 inch (1.42 to 2.44 mm)
below the outer surface of the charge pump cover.
Install the retaining ring.
Hydraulic System
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1. Drive shaft
4
1. Shaft seal
2. Charge pump cover
3. Shaft
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Figure 78
2. Charge pump
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2
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Figure 79
4. Transmission
5. Retaining ring
Reelmaster 5200-D/5400-D
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