Changing The Fuel Filter; Cleaning Engine Compartment & Engine; Servicing The Battery - Ventrac AP01230 Operator's Manual

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Changing the Fuel Filter

1. Park the power unit on a level surface and
engage the parking brake.
2. Turn the fuel shut-off valve to the Off position
and allow the engine to run until it stops.
3. Remove the key from the ignition switch.
WARNING
Failure to allow the engine to cool down sufficiently
could result in severe burns from contact with hot
engine components.
4.
Allow the engine to cool before proceeding.
5. Open the right door.
6. Locate the fuel filter (A)
at the right rear corner of
the engine. Clip the plastic
zip tie holding the fuel line
and filter to the engine
bracket and pull the fuel
filter away from the engine
to access the clamps.
7. Place shop towels under-
neath the fuel filter to catch any fuel drips from
the filter or fuel line.
8. Loosen the hose clamps and remove the fuel filter.
9. Install the new fuel filter with the flow arrow
pointing toward the engine and fasten securely
with the hose clamps.
10. Use a plastic zip tie to fasten the fuel line to the
engine bracket to prevent interference with the
parking brake linkage.
11. Turn the fuel shut-off valve to the On position.
CAUTION
The initial engine start after changing the fuel filter
may require a longer cranking time for the engine
to start. Do not run the electric starter continuously
for more than 5 seconds. If the engine does not
start right away, wait 15 seconds and try again.
12.
Start the power unit engine and inspect the filter
hose connections for leaks.
13. Close the right door.
Cleaning Engine Compartment & Engine
Inspect or clean the engine compartment and engine
daily to reduce the risk of engine overheating.
1. Park the power unit on a level surface.
2. Engage the parking brake and shut off the engine.
SERVICE
3. Remove the key from the ignition switch and
allow the engine to cool.
4. Open the left and right doors.
5. Remove accumulated dust or debris from the
engine compartment and engine. Clean any
debris from the rotating screen.
6. Close the left and right doors.

Servicing the Battery

The battery produces a flammable and explosive
gas. The battery may explode.
Wear eye protection and gloves.
Do not smoke near battery.
Keep arcs, sparks, and open flames away
from batteries.
Do not allow direct metal contact across the
battery posts.
Remove the negative battery cable first when
A
disconnecting the battery.
Install the negative battery cable last when
connecting the battery.
Battery electrolyte contains sulfuric acid. It is
poisonous and can cause severe chemical burns.
Wear eye and skin protection.
If battery electrolyte is spilled on skin or clothing,
change clothing and wash affected skin immedi-
ately. Seek medical attention if necessary.
If battery electrolyte is splashed in eyes, flush
immediately with water for 15-30 minutes and
seek immediate medical attention.
If battery electrolyte is swallowed, get medical
attention immediately. Drink large quantities of
water, followed by Milk of Magnesia, beaten
egg, or vegetable oil. DO NOT induce vomiting.
Batteries contain poisonous and hazardous sub-
stances. Dispose of used batteries in accordance
with local laws.
Service - 36
DANGER
WARNING
Avoid Personal Injury!
CAUTION

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