Servicing The Fuel System; Fuel Filter - Cub Cadet 2000 Series Professional Shop Manual

Servicing the fuel system

Inspect the fuel system every time the mower is operated. If dirty fuel is found in the fuel tank or fuel that does not
smell "right", drain the fuel tank and replace the fuel filter
Drain the fuel tank by removing the fuel line from the fuel filter and drain the fuel into an empty safety approved
gas can. Dispose of the bad fuel in a safe, responsible and legal manner.
Gasoline and it vapors are extremely flammable. Use common sense when working around
! CAUTION ! CAUTION
the fuel system. Avoid sparks, open flames or heat sources that can ignite the fuel vapors.

Fuel filter

A dirty fuel filter can result in a lean run condition. The fuel filter should be replaced every 200 hours.
Screws are on the inside
Figure 9.10
Figure 9.9
To replace the fuel filter:
NOTE: Only use the OEM fuel filter, part number KH-24-
050-13-S.
1. Open the hood of the tractor.
2. Remove the two screws from the inside of the left
side panel that attaches it to the dash using a 3/8"
wrench. See Figure 9.9.
3. Remove the two screws, indicated by the arrows in
Figure 9.10, that holds the base of the left side panel
to the frame using a 1/2" wrench
4. Slide the left side panel off of the tractor.
Maintanence Intervals
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