Check Spark Arrester (If Equipped); Thread Locking Adhesives - Exmark ARX440CKC24000 Operator's Manual

Maintenance
Check Spark Arrester
(if equipped)
Service Interval: Every 50 hours
WARNING
Hot exhaust system components may ignite
gasoline vapors even after the engine is stopped.
Hot particles exhausted during engine operation
may ignite flammable materials. Fire may result
in personal injury or property damage.
Do Not refuel or run engine unless spark arrester
is installed.
1. Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and
remove key. Engage parking brake.
2. Wait for muffler to cool.
3. If any breaks in the screen or welds are observed,
replace arrester.
4. If plugging of the screen is observed, remove
arrester and shake loose particles out of the
arrester and clean screen with a wire brush (soak
in solvent if necessary). Reinstall arrester on
exhaust outlet.

Thread Locking Adhesives

Thread locking adhesives such as "Loctite 242"
or "Fel-Pro, Pro-Lock Nut Type" are used on the
following fasteners:
Sheave retaining bolt in end of engine crankshaft.
All set screws.
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