Craftsman 247.203702 Operator's Manual page 19

12. Install the oil filter by hand until the gasket contacts the oil filter adapter,
then tighten the oil filter 1/2 to 3/4 turns.
13. Refill the engine with new motor oil until the oil level on the dipstick reads
FULL. Replace the oil fill cap/dipstick.
CAUTION
Used oil is a hazardous waste product. Dispose of used oil properly. Do not
discard with household waste. Check with your local authorities or contact
1-888-331-4569 for a list of safe disposal/recycling facilities.
14. Start and run the engine. As the engine warms up, check for oil leaks.
15. Stop the engine and check the oil level. It should be at the FULL mark on the
dipstick.
Fuel Filter
WARNING
Gasoline and its vapors are extremely flammable and explosive. Fire or
explosion can cause severe burns or death.
• Keep gasoline away from sparks, open flames, pilot lights, heat, and other
ignition sources.
• Check fuel lines, tank, cap, and fittings frequently for cracks or leaks. Replace
if necessary.
• Before replacing the fuel filter, drain the fuel tank as per the instructions
below.
• Do not drain fuel when the engine is hot. Allow the engine adequate time to
cool. Drain fuel into an approved container outdoors, away from open flame.
• Drain any large volume of fuel from the tank by disconnecting the fuel line
from the in-line fuel filter near the engine.
• Remove the fuel line from the ln-line side (side towards the fuel tank) of the
fuel filter.
• Replacement parts must be the same and installed in the same position as
the original parts.
• If fuel spills, wait until it evaporates before starting engine.
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
Oil Filter
Figure 11
• Before replacing the fuel filter, drain the fuel tank. Otherwise, fuel can leak
out and cause a fire or explosion.
To Drain the fuel:
1. Locate the fuel filter, see Figure 12, which is routed on the left side of the
engine between the fuel tank and the carburetor, and may be attached to the
engine with a tie strap. Cut the tie strap, if present, then pinch the tabs on the
in-line clamp on the fuel filter with a pair of pliers, slide the clamp up the fuel
line. Pull the fuel line free from the filter and place the open end of the line into
an approved container to drain the fuel.
To change the fuel filter:
1. Use pliers to squeeze the tabs on the other clamp (the out-line side of the
fuel filter), then slide the clamp away from the fuel filter. Twist and pull the
fuel line off of the fuel filter. See Figure 12.
Fuel Line
2. Check the fuel lines for cracks or leaks. Replace if necessary.
3. Replace the fuel filter with an original equipment replacement filter. Call
1-888-331-4569 to purchase the original equipment replacement filter.
4. Secure the fuel lines with the clamps.
If filters, or covers are not installed correctly serious injury or death could
result from backfire. Do not attempt to start the engine with them removed.
Do not use pressurized air or solvents to clean the air filter cartridge.
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Fuel Filter
Tab
Figure 12
WARNING
CAUTION
Clamp