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Maintenance
conditions)(Kawasaki
engine).
Check the air cleaner daily or before starting the
engine. Check for a buildup of dirt and debris around
the air cleaner system. Keep this area clean. Also
check for loose or damaged components. Replace all
bent or damaged air cleaner components.
Note: Operating the engine with loose or damaged
air cleaner components could allow unfiltered air into
the engine causing premature wear and failure.
Note: Service the air cleaner more often under
extremely dusty, dirty conditions.
Removing the Elements:
1. Park the machine on a level surface, disengage the
blade control switch, move the motion control
levers to the brake position, stop the engine,
remove the key, and wait until all moving parts
stop before leaving the operating position.
2. Clean around the air cleaner cover to prevent dirt
from getting into the engine and causing damage.
3. Lift the cover, loosen the hose clamp, and remove
the paper element.
1. Cover
2. Paper element
Cleaning the Paper Element:
1. Lightly tap the element on a flat surface to remove
dust and dirt.
2. Inspect the element for tears, an oily film, and
damage to the seal.
Figure 26
3. Hose clamp
Important: Do not clean the paper element
with pressurized air or liquids, such as
solvent, gas, or kerosene. Replace the paper
element if it is damaged or cannot be cleaned
thoroughly.
Checking the Engine Oil
Service Interval: Before each use or daily
Important: Do not overfill the crankcase with oil
and run the engine; engine damage may result.
1. Park the machine on a level surface, disengage
the blade control switch, stop the engine, engage
parking brake, and remove the key.
2. Make sure the engine is stopped, level, and is cool
so the oil has had time to drain into the sump.
3. To keep dirt, grass clippings, etc., out of
the engine, clean the area around the oil fill
cap/dipstick before removing it.
4. Check the engine oil level.
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