ENGINE OIL FILTER (See Fig. 16)
Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other oil change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in one
year°
oDrain oil from engine crankcase (See "TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL" in this section of this manual, through step remove drain plug).
•Remove oil filter and wipe off filter adapter°
°Apply a thin coating of new engine oil to the rubber gasket on replacement oil filter°
°Install replacement oil filter on filter adapter° Turn oil filter clockwise until rubber gasket contacts the filter adapter, then tighten filter an additional 1/2 turn_
°Fill crankcase with new oil (See "TO CHANGE EN- GINE OIL" in this section of this manual). For approxi- mate capacity see "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual°
•Start the engine and check for oil leaks, Correct any teaks before placing engine into full operation.
FIG. 16
IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 17)
The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel filter becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carburetor, replacement is required°
•With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line sections.
•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°
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FUEL
FILTER
FIG. 17
CLEANmNG
oClean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc_ of all foreign matter°
°Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline, oil, etc.
o Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax.
We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your tractor unless the electrical system, muffler, air filter and carburetor are covered to keep water out, Water in engine can result in a shortened engine life.
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