Sears 917.257632 Muffler, Spark Plugs, Clean AIR Screen See Fig, Engine Cooling Fins See Fig

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CUSTOMER RESPO

KNOB

MUFFLER

Inspect and repiace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage..

SPARK PLUGS

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every t00 hours of operation, whichever occurs first. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual

FIG, 15

CLEAN AIR SCREEN (See Fig. 16)

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..

ENGINE COOLING FINS (See Fig. 16)

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

-Remove screws from blower housing and lift housing and oil fill tube assembly off engine.

=Cover oil fill opening to prevent entry of dirt.

oRemove the screws securing the starter housing and lift housing off engine°

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

eTo reassemb{e, reverse above procedure,

SCREWS

BLOWER HOUSING

SCREWS

AIR SCREEN

OIL FILL

TUBE

ASSEMBLY

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 17)

The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. Iffuel filter becomes clogged, obstructingfuel flow to carburetor, replacement is required.

•With engine coot, remove filter and plug fuel line sections°

Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line with arrow pointing towards carburetor.

Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clamps are properly positioned.

Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoiineo

CLAMP.

_____ CLAMP

FUEL _ ///_-_---_

FILTER -- "_=_L.._.__/

FIG. 17

CLEANING

°Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etco of all foreign matter.

•Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline, oil, etco

°Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax.

We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your tractor unless the electrical system, muffler, air filter and carburetor are covered to keep water out, Water in engine can result in a shortened engine life.

	SPARK
ENGINE COOLING FINS	PLUG

FIGo16

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