Regular Maintenance

Check Tire Pressures

Tire pressure should be checked periodically, and maintained at the levels shown in the chart. Note that these pressures may differ slightly from the “Max Inflation” stamped on the side-wall of the tires. The pressures shown provide proper traction, improve cut quality, and extend tire life.

TirePressure

FrontN/A

Rear

15 psi (1,03 bar)

Figure 12. Checking Tire Pressure

Checking / Adding Fuel

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

WARNING

 

 

To add fuel:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Gasoline is highly flammable and must be

 

 

 

 

 

 

1.

Remove the fuel cap (see Figure 1).

 

 

handled with care. Never fill the tank when the

2.

Fill the tank to the bottom of the filler neck. This

 

 

engine is still hot from recent operation. Do not

 

will allow for fuel expansion.

 

 

 

 

allow open flame, smoking or matches in the

NOTE: Do not overfill. Refer to your engine manual

 

 

area. Avoid over-filling and wipe up any spills.

 

 

Do not remove fuel filter when engine is hot,

for specific fuel recommendations.

 

 

 

 

3.

Install and hand tighten the fuel cap.

 

 

as spilled gasoli e may igite. DO NOT spread

 

 

hose clamps further thanecessary. Ensure

 

 

 

 

 

 

Fuel Filter

 

 

 

 

clamps gr p h ses firmly over filter after

The fuel filter is located in the fuel line between fuel

 

 

installa ion.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

tank and carburetor, near the fuel pump. If fil er is

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

dirty or clogged, replace as follows:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

for

 

 

Do not use gasoline containing

1.

Disconnect the negative battery cable.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

METHANOL, gasohol containing more than

2.

Place a container below the filter to catch spilled

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

10% ethanol, gasoline additives, premium

 

fuel.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

gasoline, or white gas because engine/fuel

3.

Using a pliers, open and slide hose clamps f om

 

 

 

 

 

system damage could result.

 

 

 

 

 

 

fuel filter.

 

Not

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4.

Remove hoses from filter.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

5.

Install new filter in proper flow direction in fu l line.

 

 

 

 

6.

Secure with hose clamps.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

7.

Reconnect the negative battery cable wh n

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

finished.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Inspect Muffler and Spark Arrester

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ReproductionWARNING

 

 

Inspect the muffler for cracks, corrosion, or other

 

 

Replacement parts must be the same and

damage. Remove the spark arrester, if equipped,

 

 

installed in the same position as the original

and inspect for damage or carbon blockage. If

 

 

parts or fire could result.

 

replacement parts are required, make sure to use

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

only original equipment replacement parts.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Service Air Filter

Refer to engine manufacturer’s owners manual.

Check / Replace Spark Plugs

Refer to engine manufacturer’s owners manual.

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