Draining the fuel tank, Changing fuel ﬁlters

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Section 4 Maintenance and Lubrication

Land Pride

The fuel tanks are located in the tractor’s fenders. Total capacity for the fuel tanks is 12.2 U.S. gallons.

When filling the fuel tanks disengage blade engagement, place control levers in park brake position, and stop tractor engine. Clean around the fuel tank cap and remove the cap and begin filling. When finished, screw the cap on securely and wipe up any spilled gasoline. Use regular unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 or higher.

IMPORTANT: Never use methanol, gasoline containing methanol, or gasohol containing more than 10% ethanol because the fuel system could be damaged. Do not mix oil with gasoline.

Using a fuel stabilizer/conditioner in the tractor can provide benefits such as:

1.Keeps gasoline fresh during storage of 90 days or less. For longer storage, drain the fuel tanks.

2.Cleans the engine during operation.

3.Eliminates gum-like varnish build-up in the fuel system.

IMPORTANT: Do not use fuel additives containing methanol or ethanol.

Add the correct amount of gas stabilizer/conditioner to the gas. Follow the gas stabilizer/conditioner manufacturer’s directions for best results. The fuel filter (Figure 4-8A) is installed in the fuel line between fuel tanks and engine fuel pump on the rear left side of the engine. Replace filter annually or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs first. For fuel filter removal refer to the engine owner’s manual. When replacing the fuel filter, check the fuel line hoses for any cracks or leaks. Replace as needed.

Refer to Figure 4-7. A fuel shut-off valve is located on the outlet port of each fuel tank. Close these valves (turn clockwise) to prevent fuel flow to the engine.

Shut-off Valve

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Fuel Shut-Off Valve

Figure 4-7

Draining the fuel tank

1.Park the unit on a ﬂat surface. Stop the engine and remove the ignition key. Make sure blade engagement switch is in the down (OFF) position. Place control levers in the park brake position. Disconnect negative battery cable.

2.Close the fuel shut-off valve on the fuel tank to be drained.

3.Trace the fuel line from the shut-off valve to the Left/Right Fuel Tank Valve (Refer to Figure 2-3 on page 9). Loosen the hose clamp and remove the fuel line from the tee.

4.Place the end of the fuel line into a gas can or a drain pan and open the fuel shut-off valve to drain the fuel from the fuel tank.

5.When fuel tank is drained re-route the fuel line to the Left/Right Fuel Tank Valve and attach to the valve. Clamp fuel line to valve.

6.Fill fuel tank with proper grade of gasoline and open shut-off valve.

Changing fuel ﬁlters

Refer to Figure 4-8A and Figure 4-8B

The fuel filter is installed in the fuel line between fuel tanks and engine fuel pump. Replace filter (Land Pride Part No. 831-031C) annually or after every 500 hours of operation, whichever occurs first.

When replacing the fuel filter, check the fuel line hoses and fuel shut-off valve grommet for any cracks or leaks. A fuel shut-off valve is located on each fuel tank (Figure 4-7). Close these valves to prevent fuel flow to the engine.

Fuel Filter

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Kawasaki Engine Fuel Filter

Figure 4-8A

Fuel Filter

Honda Engine Fuel Filter

Figure 4-8B

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