Service- Annually; Service - Every Two Years; Storage; Removing The Fueltank - Snapper 2812523BVE Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual

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Maintenance(Continued)
WARNING
DONOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or
repairs with the engine running. STOPengine. STOP blade.
Engage parking brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug
wire from spark plug and secure away from plug. Engine
and components are HOT.Avoid serious burns, allow all
parts to cool before working on machine. Fuel Filler Cap
and vent must be closed securely to prevent fuel spillage.
1. All bushings and pivot areas.
2. Check both front wheel king pins.
3. Transmission shift lever and detent.
4. Clutch disc.
5. Clutch yoke.
6. Mower deck linkage and pivot areas.
Replaceworn or damaged parts with genuine SNAPPER
replacementparts availablefrom an authorized SNAPPER
dealer.
Service- Annually
Engine
Perform all maintenance as specified in "MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULE"Section of this manual.
Storage(Outof Season)
If desired, the Rear Engine Rider can be stored on the rear
bumper. Perform the following proce
dures to insure the Rear Engine Rider will operate properly
when taken out of storage.
Fuel Filter
IMPORTANT: S ervice the fuel filter on a COLD ENGINE
ONLY!
IMPORTANT: T o stop the flow of fuel, the fuel tank (C,
Figure 38) may be removed from the bracket and set on the
floor so the fuel level will be below the filter. Refer to the
section entitled "REMOVINGFUELTANK".
1. Remove the hose clamps (B, Figure30) from the fuel
filter (A).
2. Remove the fuel lines from filter. Discard the filter.
1. Thoroughly cleanthe RearEngine Rider by removing all
grass clippings and debris.
2. Perform maintenance and lubrication as required.
3. Drain the fuel from the fuel tank.
4. Start the engine and allow it to run until the engine runs
out of fuel. This allows the carburetor and fuel system
to remain clean during storage.
5. Remove the battery. Refer to the section entitled "BAT-
TERYSTORAGE".
6. Close the vent on the fuel filler cap.
7. Carefully stand the Rear Engine Rider on its rear bumper
in the desired location for storage.
3. Install a new fuel filter.
4. Reinstall the fuel tank into the bracket (if removed).
5. Carefully reinstall the fuel clamps.
6. Checkthe fuel system for leaks.
Every TwoYears
In addition to regular maintenance, the following
components of the RearEngine Rider should be carefully
inspected every two years for wear or damage.
Removing the FuelTank
NOTE:Before removing the fuel tank from the rear engine
rider, move the rider outdoors where fumes can easily
dissipate.
1. From the left side of the machine, pull the fuel tank (A,
Figure 31) straight up and away from the fuel tank
bracket (B).
2. Holding the fuel tank, remove the fuel filler cap (C) and
pour any remaining fuel into an approved container.
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Figure 30: Replacing the fuel filter Figure 31: Removing the fuel tank
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