Air Filter; Clean Air Screen; Engine Cooling System - Craftsman 917.28035 Operator's Manual

AiR FILTER
Your engine will not run properly using a dirty
air filter. Service air cleaner more often under
dusty conditions. See engine manual.
CLEAN AIR SCREEN
Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff
to prevent engine damage from overheat-
ing. Clean with a wire brush or compressed
air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum
fibers,
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM
Debris may clog the engine's air cooling
system. Remove blower housing and clean
area shown to prevent overheating and
engine damage.
Air Screer__
Clean out chaff
and debris
MUFFLER
inspect and replace corroded muffler and
spark arrester (if equipped) as itcould create
a fire hazard and/or damage.
SPARK PLUG(S)
Replace spark plug(s) atthe beginning ofeach
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, ob-
structing fuelflowto carburetor, replacement
is required.
1. With engine cool, remove filter and plug
fuel line sections.
2. Place newfuel 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
CLEANING
• Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc.
of all foreign matter.
• Clean debrisfrom steering plate. Debris
can restrict cl utch/brake pedal shaft move-
ment, causing belt slip and loss of drive.
_ CAUTION: Avoid all pinch points and mov-
able parts
Clutch/brake pedal
/ Clean
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Steering
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Steering System, Dash, Pinch
Fender and Mower Not Shown Points
• 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
or pressure washer to clean your tractor
unless the engine and transmission are
covered to keep water out. Water in engine
or transmission will shorten the useful life of
your tractor. Use compressed air or a leaf
blower to remove grass, leaves and trash
from tractor and mower.
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