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Section 7
Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other 1. sources of ignition.
Use only an approved gasoline container.
2.
Never remove the gas cap or add fuel with the 3. engine running. Allow the engine to completely cool
before fueling.
Never fuel the machine indoors or in an enclosed
4. trailer.
Never store the machine or fuel container where 5. there is an open flame, spark or pilot light such as on
a water heater or other appliances.
Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck 6. or trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always place
containers on the ground away from your vehicle
before filling.
Remove the machine from the truck or trailer and
7. fuel on the ground. If this is not possible, then refuel
the machine with a portable container, rather than
from a gasoline dispenser nozzle.
Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of fuel tank
8. or container opening at all times until fueling is
complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open device.
If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing 9. immediately and wash affected skin.
Replace gas cap and tighten securely.10.

B. REPLACING IN-LINE FUEL FILTER

ELEMENTS

The engine fuel filter should be replaced after every 500
hours of operation or annually, whichever occurs first. See
Figure 7-6.
Close the shut-off valve.1.
Remove the two clamps securing the fuel filter to the 2. fuel hose. Remove the fuel filter.
Install a new fuel filter. Be sure it is installed in the
3. proper direction. Secure to the fuel hose using the
two clamps.
Open the fuel shut-off valve.4.
Fuel Filter
(with hose clamps
above and below)
STT99FF-1
Fuel FilterFigure 7-6.
ENGINE AIR CLEANER7.6

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. See Engine Owner's Manual for ser vice
information.
- NOTe -
In extremely dusty conditions it may be necessary
to check the element once or twice daily to prevent
engine damage.
Unhook the clamps securing the air cleaner cover to 1. the air filter canister. Remove the air cleaner cover
and set aside.
Remove the air cleaner and inspect.2.
Clean or replace the air cleaner and foam 3. pre-cleaner as recommended by the engine
manufacturer.
Replace the air cleaner cover and be sure to snap 4. the latches closed.