Sears 917.25667 owner manual Cleaning, Engine Cooling Fins See Fig, Muffler, Spark Plugs

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IMPORTANT: PETROLEUM SOLVENTS, SUCH AS

KEROSENE, ARE NOT TO BE USED TO CLEAN THE

CARTRIDGE, THEY MAY CAUSE DETERIORATION OF

THE CARTRIDGE DO NOT OIL CARTRIDGE DO NOT

USE PRESSURIZED AiR TO CLEAN OR DRY CARTRIDGE

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PRE-CLEANER

AIR SCREEN

CARTRIDGE

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ENGINE COOLING FINS (See Fig. 18)

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

must be removed. Remove side panels and hood (See'%O REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY" in the Service

and Adjustments section of this manual)..

TOP AIR

GUIDE

ENGINE

COOLING FINS

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MUFFLER

Inspect and replace 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 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs first. Spark pkJg type and gap setting are shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual.

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 19)

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

=With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line sections.

oPlace 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_

o Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline.

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CLEANING

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

oKeep fi nished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline, oil, etc.

o 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 ouL Water in engine can result in a shortened engine life.

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