Simplicity CFC Series Operator's Manual page 19

Normal Care
Figure 7. Battery
A. Positive Terminai
B. Negative Terminal
C. Capscrews
D. Battery Clamp
E. Vent Tube
F. Wing Nut
CHECK FUEL FILTER
WARNING
Do not remove fuel filter when engine is hot, as spiiled
gasoline may ignite. Do not spread hose clamps further
than necessary. Make sure that clamps grip hose firmly
over filter after installation.
The fuel filter is located in fuel line in engine compartment. A
dirty or clogged fuel filter will cause erratic engine operation
or prevent engine from running. Replace as follows:
1. Place a container below fuel filter to catch gasoline.
2. Using a pliers, open and slide hose clamps from fuel
filter.
3. Remove hoses from filter.
4. Install new filter in proper flow direction in hoses.
Secure by reclamping with hose clamps.
5. If new filter is not available, remove old filter, drain
gasoline, and allow to dry. Inspect screen for particles.
Tap filter or blow air backwards through filter to remove
particles. Replace filter and check if engine operation
Improves.
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