Checking/Adding Fuel; Fuel Filter; Oil & Filter Change - Snapper S200X/72 Operator's Manual

Checking / Adding Fuel
To add fuel:
1. Remove the fuel cap.
2. Fill the tank to about 1-1/2" (3,81 cm) of the bottom of
the filler neck. This will allow for fuel expansion.
NOTE: Do not overfill. Refer to your engine manual for
specific fuel recommendations.
3. Install and hand tighten the fuel cap.

Fuel Filter

The fuel filter is located in the fuel line between fuel tank and
carburetor, near the fuel pump. If filter is dirty or clogged,
replace as follows:
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Place a container below the filter to catch spilled fuel.
3. Using pliers, open and slide hose clamps from fuel filter.
4. Remove hoses from filter.
5. Install new filter in proper flow direction in fuel line.
6. Secure with hose clamps.
7. Reconnect the negative battery cable when finished.
Change Oil & Filter
1. Warm engine by running for a few minutes. (Refer to
the engine operator's manual for oil & filter replacement
instructions.)
2. Remove the oil drain hose (A, Figure 20) from the cable
clamp (C) that is located on the engine deck on the
right-hand side of the frame. Place the drain hose down
through the hole (E) in the engine deck.
3. Place a small pan under the oil drain hose to catch the
oil. Using the appropriate tools, remove the cap (B)
from the oil drain hose (A) and drain the engine oil into
the pan.
4. After draining, replace the cap and wipe up any spilled
oil. Reinstall the oil drain hose into the cable clamp to
retain the hose during normal operation.
5. Place an absorbent shop cloth under the engine oil filter.
Remove the engine oil filter and replace with a new one.
6. Remove the shop cloth and wipe up any spilled oil.
Engine Maintenance
Refer to engine owner's manual for all engine maintenance
procedures and recommendations.
Regular Maintenance
WARNING
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.
NOTICE
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.
Figure 20. Engine Oil Drain
A. Oil Drain Hose
B. Cap
C. Cable Clamp
D. Oil Filter
E. Hole for Drain Hose
B
C
D
E
A
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