Section 3 - MAINTENANCE
3.4SERVICE - ANNUALLY 3.4.2. FUEL FILTER
1.Service fuel filter as instructed below, on COLD ENGINE ONLY!
NOTE: It may be necessary to drain the fuel tank before removing fuel filter to prevent spillage of gasoline.
2.Locate fuel filter. Remove hose clamps and fuel hoses from both sides of fuel filter. See Figure 3.14.
FUEL TANK
FUEL FILTER
REMOVE HOSE
CLAMPS
FIGURE 3.14
3.Install new fuel filter part number
NEW FUEL FILTER
PART NUMBER
FIGURE 3.15
4.Fill fuel tank with fresh gasoline. Refer to engine owner's manual for fuel specifications.
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3.4.3.SPARK PLUG
Remove and replace engine spark plug. Refer to engine owner's manual for correct replacement plug and gap specifications.
3.4.4.HYDROSTATIC TRANSMISSION OIL
The hydrostatic transmission does not require maintenance. If any problems arise return immediately to an authorized Snapper dealer.
3.5.SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM CHECKS This machine is equipped with an electrical safety interlock system that is provided for the safety of the operator and others. All safety devices must be in place and functioning properly before operating the machine. Perform the following interlock system checks periodically during the operating season. Contact your authorized Snapper dealer if you have questions.
WARNING
DO NOT operate machine if any safety interlock or safety device is not in place and functioning properly. DO NOT attempt to defeat, modify or remove any safety device.
ENGINE MUST NOT START IF:
1)Clutch/Brake Pedal not fully depressed OR,
2)Blade Engagement Lever in the “ON” blades engaged position.
ENGINE SHOULD START IF:
1)Blade Engagement Lever in the “OFF” blades disengaged position AND,
2)Clutch/Brake Pedal fully depressed.
ENGINE MUST BEGIN TO STOP IF:
1)Operator rises off of seat with Blade Engagement Lever in “ON” blades engaged position OR,
2)Operator rises off of seat with Clutch/Brake Pedal not fully depressed.
IMPORTANT: Engine and blades will continue to run if Operator becomes seated prior to engine coming to a complete stop. After coming to a complete stop, the Blade Engagement Lever must be moved to the “OFF” position and the Clutch/Brake Pedal fully depressed before engine can be restarted. Engine and blades must come to a complete stop within 5 seconds after the operator rises off the seat or the blade switch is moved to the “OFF” position.
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