Craftsman 917.271742 Clean AIR Screen, Engine Cooling Fins, AIR Filter, To Service PRE-CLEANER

8.Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for checking level. Be sure dipstick cap is tightened securely for accurate reading. Keep oil at "FULL" line on

dipstick. Oil DrainValve

Closed and

Locked Position _

cap_ _2_,

_Drain "l_be

CLEAN AIR SCREEN

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.

ENGINE COOLING FINS

NOTE: If very dirty or damaged, replace

pre-cleaner.

6.Reinstall pre-cleaner over cartridge.

7.Reinstall cover and secure with knob(s).

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

1.Remove cartridge nut.

2.Carefully remove cartridge to prevent debris from entering carburetor. Clean base carefully to prevent debris from entering carburetor.

3.Clean cartddge by tapping gently on fiat surface.

NOTE: tfvery dirtyor damaged, replace cartddge.

4. Reinstall cartridge, nut, precleaner,

cover and secure with knob(s).

IMPORTANT: Petroleumsolvents,such as kerosene,are notto be usedto cleanthe

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

1.Remove oil fill cap/dipstick.

2.Remove hex bolts from blower housing and lift housing off engine.

3.Cover oil fill opening to prevent entry of dirt.

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

5.To reassemble, reverse above procedure.

Hex BlowerHousing Rex

Bolts "_,,,.._Bolts

OilFill/	___-		"_-_
Dipstick		Air SCreen
E_n_me__			" Spark
ooling_			Plug
Fins	_r_:_...._,
AIR FILTER	I	=	=

Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter, Clean the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of operation or every season. Service paper cartridge every

100hours of operation or every season, whichever occurs first,

Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions,

1.Remove knob(s) and cover•

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

2.Stide foam pre_cieaner off cartridge.

3.Wash it in liquiddetergent and water.

4.Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth.

5.Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze to remove excess oil.

carlridge. They may causedeteriorationof the cartridge.Do notoilcartridge.DOnotuse pressurizedair to cleanor dry cadddge.

Cover

Knob

• Cartridge

Nut

Foam Pre- Cartridge

Cleaner _"_._.,_ Base

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 plug type and gap setting are shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual.

IN-LIN E FUEL FILTER

The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel filter becomes

clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carbure-

tor, replacement is required.

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

2.Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line with arrow pointing towards carburetor.

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

4.Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline.

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