Craftsman 917.38741 owner manual To Change AIR Filter, Muffler, Spark Plug, Cleaning

AIR FILTER

Your engine will not run properly and may be damaged by using a dirty air filter. Replace the air filter every year, more

often if you mow in very dusty, dirty conditions. Do not wash air filter.

TO CHANGE AIR FILTER

•Remove the air filter by turning counter-

clockwise to the stop and pull away from collar.

•Remove filter from inside of cover.

•Clean the inside of the cover and the collar to remove any dirt accumulation.

•Insert new filter into cover.

•Put air filter cover and filter into collar aligning the tab with the slot.

•Push in on cover and turn clockwise to tighten.

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage.

SPARK PLUG

Change your spark plug each year to make your engine start easier and run better. Set

spark plug gap at .030 inch.

CLEANING

IMPORTANT: For best performance, kiip mower housing free of built-grass and trash.

Clean the underside of your mower after each use.

ACAUTION: Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with the spark plug.

• Clean the underside of your lawn mower

by scraping to remove build-up of grass

and trash.

Slot

Air filter

Turn counter-

clockwise

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•	Clean engine often to keep trash from
	accumulating. A clogged engine runs
	hotter and shortens engine life.
• Keep finished surfaces				and wheels free of
	all	gasoline,	oil,etc.
•	We	do not	recommend	using a garden
	hose to clean lawn mower unless the
	electrical system, muffler, air filter and
	carburetor are covered to keep water out.

Air filter" cover

to tighten

Water in engine can result in shortened

engine life.

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