Muffler; Spark Plugs; In-Line Fuel Filter; Cleaning - Craftsman 917.272463 Owner's Manual

Lawn tractor 21.5 hp, 42" mower electric start automatic transmission
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MUFFLER
Inspect
and replace corroded muffler
and
spark attester
(if equipped)
as it could
create a fire hazard and/or damage.
SPARK
PLUG(S)
Replace spark plug(s) at the beginning
of
each mowing season or after every 100
hours of operation, whichever occurs first.
Spark plug type and gap setting are
shown in "PRODUCT
SPECIFICATIONS"
section of this manual.
IN-LINE FUEL FILTER
The fuel filter should be replaced once
each season.
If fuel filter becomes
clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carbure-
tor, replacement
is required.
1. With engine cool, remove filter and
plug fuel line sections.
2.
Place new fuel filter in position in fuel
line with arrow
pointing
towards
carburetor.
3.
Be sure there are no fuel line leaks
and clamps
are properly
positioned.
4.
Immediately
wipe up any spilled
gasoline.
ClamP_clamp
Fuel Filter
CLEANING
i
lean engine,
battery,
seat, finish, etc.
of all foreign
matter.
Keep finished
surfaces and wheels free
of all gasoline,
oil, etc.
• Protect
painted
surfaces
with automo-
tive type wax.
We do not recommend
using a garden
hose to clean your tractor unless the
electrical
system,
muffler, air filter and
carburetor
are covered
to keep water out.
Water in engine can result in a shortened
engine
life.
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