MAINTENANCE
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM (See Fig. 20)
Debris may clog the engine's air cooling system. Remove blower housing and clean the area shown to prevent over- heating and engine damage.
CLEAN OUT CHAFF AND DEBRIS
AIR
Fig. 20
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=LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 21)
The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. Iffuel filter becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carburetor, replacement is required.
•With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel linesections.
•Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line with arrow pointing towards carburetor.
•Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clamps are properly positioned.
•Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline.
CLAMP
I | CLAMP | J | 00667 | |
| FUEL | FILTER _ |
Fig. 21
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.
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movable parts (See Fig. 22).................. /CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL
CLEAN TOP SIDE
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STEERING
_ AUTI ON:
PINCH
POINTS
STEERING SYSTEM,
DASH, FENDER AND
MOWER NOT SHOWN
Fig. 22
•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 or pressure washer to clean your tractor unless the engine and trans- mission 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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