Snapper 13HP manual Regular Maintenance, Checking / Adding Fuel, Fuel Filter, Oil & Filter Change

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Regular Maintenance

Regular Maintenance

CHECKING / ADDING FUEL

To add fuel:

Remove the fuel cap.

Fill the tank.

Do not overfill. Leave approximately 1” of room in the tank for fuel expansion. Refer to your engine manual for specific fuel recommendations.

Install and hand tighten the fuel cap.

FUEL FILTER

The fuel filter is located in the fuel line between the fuel shut off valve and the fuel pump. If filter is dirty or clogged, replace as follows:

Shut off the fuel valve.

Place a container below the filter to catch spilled fuel.

Using a pliers, open and slide hose clamps from fuel filter.

Remove hoses from filter.

Install new filter in proper flow direction in fuel line.

Secure with hose clamps.

OIL & FILTER CHANGE

1.Warm engine by running for a few minutes. (Refer to the engine operator’s manual for oil & filter replacement instructions.)

2.Park machine and place the rear tires in a 2 x 4 block of wood or park machine on a slight downhill grade (see Figure 4).

3.Place a small pan under the oil drain hose to catch the oil.

4.Using the appropriate tools, remove the cap from the oil drain hose and drain the engine oil.

5.After draining, replace the cap and wipe up any spilled oil.

6.Place a small pan or cup under the engine oil filter.

7.Remove the engine oil filter and replace with a new one.

8.Remove the pan or cup and wipe up any spilled oil.

CHECK / CHANGE AIR FILTER

Refer to engine owner’s manual.

REPLACE SPARK PLUG

Refer to engine owner’s manual.

TRANSMISSION MAINTENANCE

The transmission is a sealed unit and does not require regular maintenance.

CHECKING / ADDING FUELWARNING

Gasoline is highly flammable and must be handled with care. Never fill the tank when the engine is still hot from recent operation. Do not allow open flame, smoking or matches in the area. Avoid over-filling and wipe up any spills.

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.

Do not use gasoline containing METHANOL, gasohol containing more than 10% ethanol, gasoline additives, premium gasoline, or white gas because engine/fuel system damage could result.

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Figure 4. Raise Rear of Machine

A. 2 x 4 Block

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Figure 5. Oil Drain Hose Location

A.Oil Drain Hose

B.Cap

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Snapper 13HP Regular Maintenance, Checking / Adding Fuel, Fuel Filter, Oil & Filter Change, Check / Change Air Filter