2.Removecover.
3.Carefully removeair filter cartridge and
4.Clean base carefullyto preventdebris from falling into carburetor.
NOTE:If very dirty or damaged, replace cartridge.
5. | Place new |
| firmly in base. |
6. | Align tabs on cover with slots in blower |
Screws Blower Housing
Screws
Dipstick Tube | ;teen |
| |
Assembly |
housing and replace cover. |
7. Hook handleon cover and push down |
on handleto close. |
IMPORTANT: Petroleumsolvents,such as kerosene,are not to be usedto cleanthe cartridge. Theymaycause deteriorationof
0il Fill
Engine Cooling Fins
MUFFLER
Plug
the cartridge. Do not oil cartridge. Do not use pressurizedair to clean cartridge.
rabs
Slots
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 FINS
Remove any dust, dirt or oil from engine cooling fins to prevent engine damage from overheating.
1.Remove screws from blower housing and lift housing and dipstick tube as- sembly off engine.
2.Cover oil fill opening to prevent entry of dirt.
3.Use compressed air or stiff bristle brush to thoroughly clean engine cooling fins,
4.Replace blower housing and dipstick tube assembly
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.
The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel filter becomes
clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carbu- retor, 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 gaso- line.
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Fuel Filter
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 auto- motive type wax.
We do not recommend using a garden hose or pressure washer to clean your tractor unless the engine and transmis- sion are covered to keep water out. Water in engine or transmission will shorten the useful life of your tractor. Use compressed air or a leaf blower to remove grass, leaves and trash from tractor and mower.
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