Section 3 - MAINTENANCE

WARNING

DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or repairs with the engine running. Stop engine. Stop blade. Engage parking brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure away from plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow all parts to cool before working on machine. Fuel Filler Cap and Vent must be closed securely to prevent fuel spillage.

3.6STORAGE (OUT OF SEASON)

If desired, the Rear Engine Rider can be stored on the rear bumper. Perform the following procedures to insure the Rear Engine Rider will operate properly when taken out of storage.

3.6.1.Thoroughly clean the Rear Engine Rider by removing all grass clippings and debris.

3.6.2.Perform maintenance and lubrication as required.

3.6.3.Drain fuel from fuel tank.

3.6.4.Start engine and allow it to run until engine runs out of fuel. This allows the carburetor and fuel system to remain clean during storage.

3.6.5.Remove battery. Refer to Section

“BATTERY STORAGE”.

3.6.6.Close vent on fuel filler cap.

3.6.7.Carefully stand Rear Engine Rider on rear bumper in desired location for storage.

3.7REMOVING FUEL TANK

Before removing fuel tank from rear engine rider, move rider outdoors where fumes can be easily dissipated. Removal of the tank is accomplished from the left side of the machine by pulling the tank straight up and away from the fuel tank bracket. See Figure 3.11. Holding the fuel tank, remove the fuel filler cap and pour remaining fuel in an approved container.

FUEL

FILLER

CAP

FUEL TANK

FUEL

TANK

BRACKET

FIGURE 3.11

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Snapper EM250821BE, EM281021BE important safety instructions Storage OUT of Season, Removing Fuel Tank

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