Section 3 - MAINTENANCE
WARNING
DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or repairs with the engine running. Stop engine. Stop blade. Engage parking brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure away from plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow all parts to cool before working on machine. Fuel Filler Cap and Vent must be closed securely to prevent fuel spillage.
3.Parking Brake Pivot Bushings
a.Make sure fuel cap is on tight. Turn fuel shut off valve (If equipped) to the “CLOSED” position. Start engine and allow it to run until engine runs out of fuel. Close vent on fuel filler cap.
b.Remove key from ignition switch.
c.Remove spark plug wire(s) and secure away from spark plug(s).
d.Carefully stand YARD CRUISER on rear bumper.
e.Lubricate both pivot bushings with three shots general purpose grease from grease gun. See Figure 3.7
YARD CRUISER SHOWN WITH
DECK REMOVED. DECK
REMOVAL NOT NECESSARY
FOR LUBRICATION.
LUBRICATE BOTH PIVOT
BUSHINGS
FIGURE 3.7
3.4SERVICE - ANNUALLY
Perform all maintenance as described in the maintenance schedule.
3.4.1. Engine
Service engine according to engine owner’s manual.
3.4.2. Air Filter
Refer to engine owner’s manual for service instructions.
3.4.3. Oil Filter
Refer to engine owner’s manual for service instructions.
3.4.4. Engine Oil
Refer to engine owner’s manual for service instructions.
3.4.5. Transaxle
IMPORTANT: DO NOT try to open reservoir cap at any time. The transaxle is maintenance free. The transaxle does not require any fluid or any service. If there is any problem: leakage, malfunction or etc. return the Yard Cruiser immediately to the nearest authorized Snapper dealer for service.
3.4.6. Fuel Filter
Service fuel filter as instructed below. Turn key to “OFF” position. Engine MUST be stopped and MUST be cold before removing filter. Turn fuel shut off valve (If equipped) to the “CLOSED” position or perform filter change when fuel tank and fuel line are empty.
1.Remove hose clamps from fuel filter.
2.Remove fuel lines from filter. Discard filter.
3.Install new fuel filter. Reinstall hose clamps. See Figure 3.8.
NEW FUEL FILTER
PART NO.
HOSE CLAMPS
FIGURE 3.8
3.5 STORAGE (OUT OF SEASON)
If desired, the YARD CRUISER can be stored on the rear bumper. Perform the following procedures to insure the YARD CRUISER will operate properly when taken out of storage.
1.Thoroughly clean the YARD CRUISER by removing all grass clippings and debris.
2.Perform maintenance and lubrication as described in the previous sections.
3.Drain fuel from fuel tank.
4.Start engine and allow it to run until engine runs out of fuel. This allows the carburetor and fuel system to remain clean during storage.
5.Remove battery. Refer to Section “BATTERY REMOVAL AND STORAGE”.
6.Close vent on fuel filler cap. Remove key.
7.Carefully stand YARD CRUISER on rear bumper in desired location for storage.
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