CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
AIR FILTER
Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter. Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions. See Engine Manual.
ENGINE OIL FILTER
Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other oil change if the mower is used more than 100 hours in one year.
ENGINE
FUEL FILTER
SPARK PLUGS
Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs first. For spark plug type and gap setting refer to your ENGINE OWNER’S MANUAL.
IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Figs. 11 and 12)
The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If the fuel filter becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carburetor, replacement is required.
•First turn off the fuel valve that is located under the fuel tank of you mower.
•With the engine cool, remove the filter and plug fuel line sections.
•Place new filter in position in fuel line with arrow pointing toward the carburetor.
•Be sure there are no fuel leaks and clamps are secure and properly positioned.
•Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline.
FIGURE 11
FUEL SHUT OFF
VALUE
FIGURE 12
CLEANING
•Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. of all foreign matter.
•Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline, oil, etc.
•Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax
We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean you mower unless the electrical system, muffler, air filter and carburetor are covered to keep water out. Water in the engine can shorten the engine life.
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