AIR FILTER
Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter. Service paper cartridge every
100 hours of operation or every season, whichever occurs first.
Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions.
1.Remove cover.
2.Carefully remove air filter cartridge and
Knobs Cartridge
3.Clean base carefully to prevent debris from falling into carburetor.
NOTE: If very dirty or damaged, replace cartridge.
4. Place new
5.Replace cover.
IMPORTANT: Petroleum solvents, such as kerosene, are not to be used to clean the
cartridge. They may cause deterioration of
the cartridge. Do not oil cartridge. Do not use pressurized air to clean cartridge.
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 stub- born dried gum fibers.
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM
Debris may clog the engine's air cool-
ing system. Remove blower housing and clean area shown to prevent overheating and engine damage.
MUFFLER
Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could cre- ate a fire hazard and/or damage.
SPARK PLUG(S)
Replace spark plug(s) 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-LINE FUEL FILTER
The fue! 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 newfue! 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 gaso- line.
Clamp
CLEANING
•Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. of all foreign matter.
•Clean debris from steering plate.
Debris can restrict clutch/brake pedal
shaft movement, causing belt slip and loss of drive.
CAUTION: Avoid all pinch points and
movable parts
Clutch/brake pedal
Air Screen
Clean out chaff and debris
Plate | [cA°T°°nPoints | |
Fender and Mower l_ot Shown | ||
Steering System, Dash, | , | Pinch |
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