3.Apply a thin coating of new engine oil
to the rubber gasket on replacement oil filter.
4.Install replacement oil filter on filter adapter. Turn oil filter clockwise until rubber gasket contacts the filter adapter, then tighten filter an addi- tional 1/2 turn.
5.Fill crankcase with new oil (See "TO CHANGE ENGINE OIU'in this section
of this manual). For approximate
capacity see "PRODUCT SPECIFICA- TIONS" section of this manual.
6.Start the engine and check for oil leaks. Correct any leaks before placing engine into full operation.
IN-LINE 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 fue
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.
Clamp _ _
Fuel Filter | _ |
CLEANING
•Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc of all foreign matter.
•Keep finished surfaces and wheels fn of all gasoline, oil, etc.
•Protect painted surfaces with automo- tive type wax.
We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your tractor unless the electrical system, muffler, air filter and carburetor are covered to keep water out Water in engine can result in a shortene( engine life.
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