Scag Power Equipment STC Replacing In-Line Fuel Filter Element, Engine AIR Cleaner, Battery

Section 7

B. Replacing In-Line Fuel Filter Element

The in-line fuel filter (Figure 7-7, Figure 7-8 ) should be replaced after every 500 hours of operation or annually, whichever occurs first.

1.Close the shutoff valve. Remove the two clamps securing the fuel filter to the fuel hose. Remove the fuel filter, noting the proper direction.

FUEL FILTER

STC2002EFF

Figure 7-7 Kawasaki Fuel Filter Location

FUEL FILTER

2.Install a new fuel filter. Be sure it is installed in the proper direction. Secure to the fuel hose using the two clamps.

7.6 ENGINE AIR CLEANER

A. Cleaning and/or Replacing Air Cleaner Element

For any air cleaner, the operating environment dictates the air cleaner service periods. Inspect and clean the air cleaner element after every 100 hours of operation or bi-weekly, whichever occurs first and replace the element if required.

-NOTE-

In extremely dusty conditions it may be necessary to check the element once or twice daily to prevent engine damage.

1.For the KH and HN models, remove the wing nut securing the air cleaner cover to the engine. For the KA model, remove the two wing nuts securing the air cleaner cover to the engine. Remove the air cleaner cover and set aside.

2 Remove the air cleaner and inspect.

3.Clean or replace the air cleaner and foam pre- cleaner as recommended by the engine manufacturer.

7.7 BATTERY

WARNING:

Battery posts, terminals, and related acces- sories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.

STC2001KFF

Figure 7-8 Kohler Fuel Filter Location

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