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4. Position the wing nuts so that the brakes engage when
you squeeze the drive levers enough to place the
neutral/parking brake locks forward, and then set the
brakes.
5. Check the operation of the brakes again; refer to
Checking the Brakes, page 32.
Important
When you release the parking brakes, the
rear wheels should rotate freely when you push the mower.
If they do not, contact an Authorized Service Dealer
immediately.
Draining the Fuel Tank
Danger
In certain conditions, gasoline is extremely
flammable and highly explosive. A fire or
explosion from gasoline can burn you and others
and can damage property.
• Drain gasoline from the fuel tank when the
engine is cold. Do this outdoors in an open area.
Wipe up any gasoline that spills.
• Never smoke when draining gasoline, and stay
away from an open flame or where a spark may
ignite the gasoline fumes.
1. Park the machine on a level surface, to ensure that the
fuel tank drains completely.
2. Disengage the blade control (PTO) lever and set the
parking brakes.
3. Close the fuel shut-off valve in fuel line (Fig. 40).
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Figure 40
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. 40).
5. Pull the fuel line off the fuel filter (Fig. 40).
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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 33.
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. 40).
4. Squeeze the ends of the hose clamps together and slide
them away from the filter (Fig. 40).
5. Remove the filter from the fuel lines.
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. 40).
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.
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