element slowly, looking for any holes or tears in the paper. Also check gaskets for cuts or tears. Do not attempt to use a damaged element which will allow abrasive particles to enter the engine.

3.Reinstall the dust cup. Make sure it seals all the way around the air cleaner body, then tighten the clamps.

4.Check all fittings and clamps periodically for tightness and inspect hoses for holes or cracks.

5.Periodically check the intake hose for signs of ingested dust. Locate and repair the source of ingested dirt.

6.Never operate a machine without an air filter installed.

SAFETY AIR CLEANER FILTER

The Shibaura diesel engine is equipped with a safety filter. FIG. 41 The air cleaner element slides over the safety fil- ter. The recommended safety air filter element, Hustler part number 785279, is designed to fit the canister properly.

NOTE: The safety filter does not require servicing unless it becomes contaminated with dirt or moisture.

SAFETY FILTER

FIG. 41

AIR RESTRICTION INDICATOR

Any unit with a Shibaura diesel engine will have an air restriction indicator installed in the air cleaner FIG. 42. Replace the element whenever the restriction indicator shows reaches the change filter red line. Check the indicator

daily and replace element as needed or annually whichever occurs first.

Reset the indicator by pushing in on the yellow button after each element change FIG. 42

A restriction indicator takes the guesswork out of air cleaner servicing and allows you to safely benefit from the fil- ter’s optimum performance.

INDICATOR

RESET INDICATOR

FIG. 42

10-26

109706 10/08

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Diesel Z specifications

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