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Section 5: Maintenance & Lubrication
Fuel System
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DANGER
• Replacement of fuel system parts (i.e. gas caps, hoses, fuel
tanks, fuel filters, etc.) must be the same as original parts.
Fire and/or explosion can occur if not followed.
• Observe safe fuel handling precautions.
• Do not smoke while handling fuel.
• Do not fill tank with engine running or while engine is hot.
Allow engine to cool before filling. Spilling fuel over
engine, muffler, or hot objects may result in a fire or
explosion.
• Allow engine to cool before servicing the fuel system.
• Do not fill fuel tanks to the top if mowing on hilly terrain or
in hot weather. Gas can rise up to the fuel cap vent hole and
seep out.
• Clean up any gasoline spills immediately.
• Keep fuel away from open flame or spark.
• Store mower away from open flame or spark if there is fuel
in the tank.
• Use extra caution when handling gasoline and other fuels.
They are flammable and vapors are explosive. A fire or
explosion from gasoline can burn you and others and can
damage property.
• Refuel outdoors preferably, or in well ventilated areas.
• Never attempt to start the engine when there is a strong
odor of gasoline fumes present. Locate and correct cause.
• Store gasoline in an approved container and keep it out of
children's reach.
• Never buy more than a 30 day supply of gasoline.
• Do not fill gasoline containers inside a vehicle, on a truck,
or on a trailer. Interior carpets and plastic truck bed liners
insulate the container and slow loss of static charge.
• When practical, remove equipment from the truck or trailer
and refuel the equipment with its wheels on the ground. If
this is not possible, then refuel the equipment on the truck or
trailer using a portable container and not a gasoline
dispenser nozzle. If a gasoline dispenser nozzle must be
used, keep nozzle in contact with rim of fuel tank or
container opening at all times until fueling is complete.
• Gasoline is a poison that is harmful or fatal if swallowed.
• Avoid prolonged breathing of vapors. Long-term exposure
to vapors can cause serious injury and illness
• Keep face away from nozzle and gas tank opening.
• Keep gas away from eyes and skin.
Refer to Figure 5-3 on page 35:
The fuel tanks (#28) are located on the mower's fenders.
Total capacity of the fuel tanks is 12 U.S. gallons. Before
filling, push blade engagement switch (OFF), move both
control levers (OUT), set park brake (ON) and turn switch
key (OFF). Allow engine to cool before filling tanks.
Clean dirt from around fuel tank cap (#29); remove cap
and begin filling. Do not fill fuel tanks to the top if mowing
on hilly terrain or in hot weather. Gas can rise up to the
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fuel cap vent hole and seep out. When finished, screw
cap back on securely and wipe up any spilled gasoline.
Use regular unleaded gasoline with an (R+M)/2 octane
rating of 87 or higher.
IMPORTANT: The fuel system can be damaged if
the wrong fuel is used. Never use methanol, lead
gasoline or unleaded gasoline containing more than
10% ethanol. Do not mix oil with gasoline.
Using a fuel stabilizer/conditioner in the fuel can provide
benefits such as:
1. Keeps gasoline fresh during storage of 90 days or
less. Drain fuel tanks if storage is longer.
2. Cleans engine during operation.
3. Eliminates gum-like varnish build-up in the fuel system.
Be sure to add the correct amount of gas stabilizer/
conditioner. For best results, follow manufacturer's
directions.
Fuel Filter
Refer to Figure 5-9:
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DANGER
Close fuel shut-off valve before replacing fuel filter.
Otherwise, fuel can leak out creating a fire and/or explosion
hazard.
The fuel filter is installed in the fuel line between the
Left/Right Fuel Tank Valve and engine fuel pump.
Location of fuel filter will vary depending on which engine
your mower is equipped with. See engine owner's
manuals for exact location of fuel filter and instructions
on removal and installation.
Briggs & Stratton Fuel Filter Location (Right Side)
Kawasaki & Honda Fuel Filter Location (Left Side)
Land Pride
25945
Figure 5-9
25946
figure 5-10
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