Maintenance Instructions

CLEANING

9.Install the cover with the word "TOP" properly oriented to the top of the canister. Give the cover a slight twist as it reaches the canister to make sure the tab inside the cover goes into a slot, otherwise the cover will not fit properly. Make sure both the top and bottom cover latches are securing the cover in place.

Cover Latch

 

Orient to Top

 

 

of Canister

 

 

 

Vacuator™

 

Valve

Cover Latch

Proper Orientation of Air Cleaner Cover

10.Check the air intake hose for cuts, nicks, etc., and the hose clamps for tightness.

11.Reset the air restriction indicator (press button on bottom).

Fuel Filter

Clean and inspect the fuel filter screen after every 50 hours of service. Replace if damaged. Service the fuel filter as follows:

Fuel Shut-Off

Valve

Fuel Filter and

Sediment Bowl

Fuel Filter and Fuel Shut-off Valve Location

IMPORTANT: Service the fuel filter screen only in a clean area where the fuel filter components will not be contaminated by any dust and dirt.

DANGER

Gasoline is extremely flammable and can be highly explosive. To minimize danger:

•Use an approved fuel container for gas- oline.

•DO NOT allow open flames or sparks while performing maintenance or refuel- ing; DO NOT smoke while working with fuel.

•Wipe up spilled gasoline immediately and completely.

1.Close the fuel shut-off valve.

2.Loosen sediment bowl and remove filter screen and gasket. Replace filter screen, if damaged (use only Kawasaki replacement filter #49019- 2095).

3.Remove any sediment, wipe clean and reinstall assembly.

4.Open the fuel shut-off valve.

Engine Cooling System

Air Intake Screen

To prevent engine overheating and possible engine damage, clean grass clippings, chaff, and dirt from the rotating engine air intake screen after every 8 hours of operation. In certain mowing conditions (dry grass, leaves, tree “cotton”, etc.) it may be necessary to check and clean this area several times each day to prevent engine overheating.

CAUTION

Operating the engine with a blocked air intake screen, dirty or plugged cooling fins, and/or cooling shrouds removed will cause engine damage from overheating.

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