Yard Machines MTD1425NAV Operator's Manual page 16

MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS
AIR FILTER
CAUTION:
Dust and dirt wil be drawn into engine and
damage it. Keep the air filter clean.
1. Remove the top cover (A) by loosening the cover
retaining screws. Cover will lift off (Fig. 25).
2. Lift the air filter (B) out of air-box (C) (Fig. 26).
3. Clean air filter. Wash filter in clean, warm, soapy
water. Rinse in clear, cool water. Air dry completely.
NOTE: It is advisable to have a supply of spare filters.
4. Install air filter. Install engine / air filter cover. Make
sure cover fits properly. Tighten the cover retaining
screws securely.
WARNING:
always turn your unit off and allow it to cool
before you clean or service it.
B
Never operate saw
without the air filter.
To avoid serious
personal injury,
A
Fig. 25
C
Fig. 26
FUEL FILTER
CAUTION:
The fuel filter should be replaced after each 20
hours of use. Drain fuel tank before changing.
1. Remove the fuel tank cap.
2. Bend a piece of soft wire.
3. Reach into fuel tank opening and hook fuel line.
Carefully pull the fuel line toward the opening until
you can reach it with your fingers.
NOTE: Do not pull hose completely out of tank.
4. Lift filter (A) out of tank (Fig. 27).
5. Pull filter off with a twisting motion. Discard filter.
6. Install new filter. Insert end of filter into tank opening.
Make sure filter sits in bottom corner of tank. Use a
long handle screwdriver to aid in filter placement if
necessary.
7. Fill tank with fresh fuel / oil mixture. See Oil and Fuel
Information page 9. Install fuel cap.
16
Never operate saw
without the fuel filter.
A
Fig. 27