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2. Disengage the blade control (PTO) lever and set the
parking brakes.
3. Close the fuel shut-off valve in fuel line (Fig. 37).
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Figure 37
1. Fuel shut-off valve
2. Fuel filter
4. Squeeze the ends of the hose clamp together, and slide
it up the fuel line away from fuel filter (Fig. 37).
5. Pull the fuel line off the fuel filter (Fig. 37).
6. Open the fuel shut-off valve and allow the gasoline to
drain into a fuel container or drain pan.
Note: Install a new fuel filter while the fuel tank is empty.
Refer to Replacing the Fuel Filter, page 32.
7. Install the fuel line onto the fuel filter, and slide the
hose clamp close to the filter to secure the fuel line.
Servicing the Fuel Filter
Service Interval/Specification
Replace the fuel filter after every 200 operating hours or
yearly, whichever occurs first.
Replacing the Fuel Filter
Important
Never install a dirty filter if it is removed
from the fuel line.
1. Disengage the blade control (PTO) lever and set the
parking brakes.
2. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop
before leaving the operating position.
3. Close the fuel shut-off valve (Fig. 37).
4. Squeeze the ends of the hose clamps together and slide
them away from the filter (Fig. 37).
5. Remove the filter from the fuel lines.
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3. Clamp
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6. Install a new filter and move the hose clamps close to
the filter.
7. Open the fuel shut-off valve at the fuel tank (Fig. 37).
8. Check for fuel leaks and make any needed repairs.
Checking the Belts
Service Interval/Specification
Check all belts after every 50 operating hours or monthly,
whichever occurs first. Look for dirt, wear, cracks, and
signs of overheating.
Replacing the Drive Belt
Service Interval/Specification
Check all belts after every 50 operating hours or monthly,
whichever occurs first. Look for dirt, wear, cracks, and
signs of overheating.
1. Disengage the blade control (PTO) lever and set the
parking brakes.
2. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.
3. Remove the drive spring from the adjustment bolt
(Fig. 38).
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Figure 38
1. Drive belt
2. Drive spring
4. Remove the drive belt from the pulleys and over the
tire.
5. Install the new belt and the drive spring.
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3. Tire
4. Adjustment bolt
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