Craftsman 917.255575 Owner's Manual page 18

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TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE - , Install replacement oil fitter by turning clockwise untii
• Remove knob and cover plate, rubber gasket contacts mounting surface, then tighten
filter an additional 1/2 to 3/4 turn.
• Remove cartridge and clean by tapping gently on flat
surface. . Fill crankcase with new oil (See "TO CHANGE EN-
GINE OIL"), For approximate capacity see "PROD-
. If very dirty, replace or wash in a nonsudsing detergent UCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual.
and warm water solution. Rinse thoroughly with water
from inside out until water' runs ciear, Let cartridge dry • Start engine and check for oi! leaks. Correct any leaks
thoroughly before using before placing engine into full operation.
• Reinstall cartridge, cover plate, knob and pre-cleaner_
• Reinstall air cleaner cover and reattach clips to sides of
air cleaner body.
IMPORTANT: PETROLEUM SOLVENTS, SUCH AS
KEROSENE, ARE NOT TO BE USED TO CLEAN
CARTRIDGE THEY MAY CAUSE DETERIORATION OF
THE CARTRIDGE. DO NOT OIL CARTRIDGE, DO NOT
USE PRESSURIZED AIR TO CLEAN OR DRY
CARTRIDGE.
FOAM PRE*
CLEANER
KNOB
COVER PLATE
CUP
FIG. 19
MUFFLER
Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrestor (if
equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage.
SPARK PLUGS
Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing
season or after every t00 hours of use, whichever comes
first. Spark plug type and gap setting is shown in "PROD-
UCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual.
ENGINE OIL FILTER (See Fig. 20)
Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other oi!
change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in one
year.
. Unscrew old filter by turning counterclockwise, Use a
suitable container to catch oil,
• Apply a thin coating of new engine oitto rubber gasket
on replacement oil fitter,
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OIL FILTER
FIG. 20
IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 21)
Fuet filter should be replaced once each season, Iffuel filter
becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carburetor, re_
placement is require&
. With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line
sections.
° Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line with arrow
pointing towards carburetor.
• Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clamps are
properly positioned,
- Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline.
CLAMP
CLAMP
FIG. 21
CLEANING
• Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. of all foreign
matter.
• Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline,
oil, etc.
• Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax,
We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your
unit unless the electrical system, muffler, air filter and
carburetor are covered to keep water out. Water in engine
can result in a shortened engine life,
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