Engine Air Filter - HUSTLER SmoothTrak Super S Manual

IMPORTANT: When removing the oil filter take precautions to
minimize oil spillage on the engine plate, engine exhaust
system, and muffler guard.
Draining the Engine Oil:
1. Locate the oil drain valve on the engine. Figure 4-9
2. Position a suitable oil drain container under the
machine below the oil drain valve.
3. Twist the valve counterclockwise to open the valve.
Allow 10 minutes for engine oil to adequately drain.
4. After oil is drained, close the valve by twisting it
clockwise.
5. Once the valve is closed, clean up any spilled oil.
All oil drips or spills must be cleaned off of the engine
plate, engine exhaust system, and muffler guard before
operating the machine.
Kawasaki engines
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A. Oil drain valve
Figure 4-9

Engine Air Filter

These mowers come equipped with two different styles of
air filters; integrated or canister. The required servicing for
these two filter types is different from one to the other. Refer
to the following for the one appropriate for your mower.
Integrated Type
Perform engine air filter maintenance per the Maintenance
Schedule shown elsewhere in this manual. Figure 4-10
Canister Type
Perform engine air filter maintenance per the Maintenance
Schedule shown elsewhere in this manual.
A specially designed dry filter is standard equipment on
these mowers and supplies clean combustion air to the
engine. Figure 4-11
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Kawasaki FS541V engine
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A. Air filter cover
Figure 4-10
These mowers are equipped with a safety filter. The filter
element slides over the safety filter. Figure 4-12
The safety filter does not require servicing unless it
becomes contaminated with dirt or moisture.
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A. Pre-cleaner
B. Air cleaner canister
Figure 4-11
Recommended Service Procedure
1. Release clamps and remove element. Clean the air
cleaner canister with a damp cloth.
2. Before installing a new element, inspect it by placing a
bright light inside and rotating the element slowly,
looking for any holes or tears in the paper. Also check
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C. Dust cap
D. Clamp
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