Craftsman 917.25736 owner manual AIR Filter See Fig, AIR Screen See Fig, Muffler

MAINTENANCE

AIR FILTER (See Fig. 16)

Your engine will not run properly and may be damaged by using a dirty air filter. Replace paper cartridge once a year or after every 100 hours of operation, more often if tractor is used in very dusty, dirty conditions.

Remove knob and cover,

Remove cartridge nut and replace cartridge.

Reassemble and tighten knob securely.

NOTE: Do not attempt to clean or oil the paper cartridge_

AIR SCREEN (See Fig. 15)

The engine air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to

prevent engine damage from overheating, Clean with a wire brush or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum fibers.

COVER KNOB_

]__CARTRIDGE

NUT

ENGINE COOLING FINS (See Fig. 17)

Remove any dust, dirt or oil from engine cooling fins to prevent engine damage from overheating.

Remove oil fill dipstick and cover opening to prevent entry of dirtr

Remove screws from blower housing and lift housing off engine

Remove the screws securing the starter housing and lift housing off engine,

Use compressed air or stiff bristle brush to thoroughly clean engine cooling fins,

To reassemble, reverse above procedure,

SCREWS BLOWER HOUSING

SCREWS

SCREWS

ENGINE COOLING FINS

STARTER

HOUSING A

AI.C' NERBASE

	FIG.	17
	MUFFLER
CARTRIDGE	Inspect and replace corroded	muffler and spark arrester (if
	equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage.
FIG.	16

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