Normal Care
CHECKING AND ADDING GASOLINE
Raise the hood and check the fuel tank to be sure there is enough gasoline to complete the job. To add gasoline, remove the gas cap. Do not overfill. Leave room in the tank for fuel expansion. Refer to your engine manual for gasoline recommendations. Install and hand tighten the gas cap.
A CAUTION
Never use gasoline containing METHANOL, gasc- hol containing more than 10% ethanol, gasoline additives, premium gasoline, or white gas because
enainelfuel system damaae could result.
CHECKING FUEL FILTER
The fuel filter (C, Figure 10) is located in fuel line between fuel tank and carburetor. If filter is dirty or clogged, replace as follows. Place a container below fil- ter to catch spilled gasoline.
1.Using a pliers, open and slide hose clamps from fuel filter.
2.Remove hoses from filter.
3.Install new filter in proper flow direction in fuel line. Secure with hose clamps. See warning at beginning of procedure.
A WARNING
Do not remove fuel filter when engine is hot, as spilled gasoline may ignite. DO NOT spread hose clamps further than necessary. Ensure clamps grip hoses firmly over filter after installation.
OIL & FILTER CHANGE
Refer to engine manual for specific oil and filter recom- mendations and oil draining procedures. Both the oil fil- ter and oil drain valve are located on the left side of the engine. To open the drain valve turn the fitting counter clockwise with a 10 mm wrench.
CHECK / CHANGE AIR FILTER
Refer to the engine manual for specific air filter service procedures. Refer to Figure 10 for air filter location.
REPLACE SPARK PLUG
Refer to the engine manual for specific spark plug replacement procedures. Refer to Figure IO for spark plug location.
Figure 10. Engine Compartment
A. Oil Fill | D. Air Filter |
B. Gas Tank | E. Spark Plug |
C. Fuel Filter |
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