Regular Maintenance
Engine Maintenance
Refer to the engine owner’s manual for all engine maintenance procedures and recommendations.
WARNING
Gasoline is highly flammable and must be handled with care. Never fill the tank when the engine is still hot from recent operation. Do not allow open flame, smoking or matches in the area. Avoid
Do not remove fuel filter when engine is hot, as spilled gasoline may ignite. DO NOT spread hose clamps further than necessary. Ensure clamps grip hoses firmly over filter after installation.
2. | Place a container below the filter to catch any spilled |
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3. | Using pliers, open and slide the hose clamps from the |
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| fuel filter (D, Figure 19). |
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| Do not use gasoline containing METHANOL, gasohol |
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4. | Remove the hoses from the fuel filter. |
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5. | Install the new fuel filter in the proper flow direction in |
| premium gasoline, or white gas because engine/fuel |
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6. | Secure with the hose clamps. |
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7. | Reconnect the negative battery cable when finished. |
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Change Oil & Filter |
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1. | Warm engine by running for a few minutes. (Refer |
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2. | Briggs & Stratton Models: Locate the il drain |
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| hose (A, Figure 19) on the left side of the engine and |
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| route the oil drain hose over the rear of the engine deck. |
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| oil drain hose over the rear of the engine deck. |
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3. | Place a small pan under the oil drain hose to catch the |
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| oil. Using the appropriate tools, remove the cap (B) |
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| from the oil drain hose (A) and drain the ngine oil into |
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4. | After draining, replace the cap and wipe up any spilled |
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| oil. Route the oil drain towards the front of the machine |
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| facing so the oil drain hose is retained during normal |
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Place an absorbent shop cloth under the engine oil filter. |
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| Remove the engine oil filter and replace with a new one. |
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6.Briggs & Stratton Models: Remove the engine oil dipstick (F) that is located on the left side of the engine
and refill with new oil (Refer to the engine operator’s | Figure 19. Engine Oil Drain (Briggs & Stratton | |
manual for oil recommendations.) | shown) | |
Kawasaki Models: Remove the engine oil dipstick | A. Oil Drain Hose | |
(F) that is located on the right side of the engine and | B. Cap | |
refill with new oil (Refer to the engine operator’s manual | C. Oil Filter | |
for oil recommendations.) | ||
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7. Remove the shop cloth and wipe up any spilled oil. | ||
E. Fuel Tank Selection Valve | ||
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| Inspect Muffler and Spark Arrester | F. Oil Dipstick | |
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Inspect the muffler for cracks, corrosion, or other damage. |
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Remove the spark arrester, if equipped, and inspect |
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for damage or carbon blockage. If replacement parts |
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are required, make sure to use only original equipment |
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replacement parts. |
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