Craftsman 917.255561 Cleaning, AIR SCREEN See Fig, IN-LINEFUEL FILTER See Fig, Muffler, Starter

AIR FILTER FOAM PRE-CLEANER (See Fig.

14)

Your engine will not run properly and may be damaged by using a dirty air filter° Clean the foam pro-cleaner element after every 25 hours of operation, more often if used in very dusty, dirty conditions,

•Remove knob and cover,

,Remove cartridge nut and replace cartridge.

•Reassemble and tighten securely.

NOTE= Do not attempt to clean or oil the paper cartridge. Replace paper cartridge once a year or after every 100

hours of operation, more often if used in very dusty, dirty conditions_

•Wash foam pre-cleaner in liquid detergent and water.

•Wrap foam pre-cleaner in cloth and squeeze dry.

° Lightly coat foam pro-cleaner with clean engine oil.

BLOWER HOUSING

SCREWS

SCREWS

AIR SCREEN

/

STARTER

HOUSING

OIL FILL

DIPSTICK

SPARK

Squeeze in towel to remove excess oil. Do not satu-

rate.

,Install foam pre-cleaner over paper cartridge°

•Reassemble cover and secure with knobs,

ENGINE COOLING FINS

FIG. 15

MUFFLER

PLUG

COVER KNOB

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

comes first. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS on page 3 of this manual.

FIG. 14

AIR SCREEN (See Fig. 15)

The englne 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.

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 16)

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

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

•Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line.

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

•immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline.

CLAMP

ENGINE COOLING FINS (See Fig. 15)

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

•Remove oil fill dipstick and cover opening to prevent entry of dirt

•Remove screws from blower housing and lift housing off engine.

•Remove the screws securing the starter housing and lift housing off engine,

•Use compressed air or stiff bristle brush to thoroughly clean engine cooling fins.

•To reassemble, reverse above procedure.

FIGo t6

CLEANING

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

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

•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 fi{ter and carburetor are covered to keep water out. Water in engine can result in a shortened engine fife,.

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