Engine Oil Filter; Spark Plugs; In-Line Fuel Filter; Cleaning - Craftsman 917.254850 Owner's Manual

CUSTO ILmES
ENGUNE OIL FILTER (See Fig. 17)
Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other oil
change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in one
year.
o Drain oil from engine crankcase (See "TO CHANGE
ENGINE OIL" through step remove drain ptug)o
Remove oil filter and wipe off filter adapten
o Apply a thin coating of new engine oil to the rubber
gasket on replacement oil filter°
• Install replacement oil filter on filter adapter. Turn oi!
filter clockwise until rubber gasket contacts the filter
adapter, then tighten filter an additional 1/2 turn°
° Fill crankcase with new oil ( See "TO CHANGE EN-
GINE OIL" in this section of this manual). For approxi-
mate capacity see "PRODU CT SPECIFICATIONS" on
page 3 of this manual..
= Start the engine and check for oil leaks.. Correct any
leaks before placing engine into full operation..
OIL FILTER
FIG. 17
MUFFLER
inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if
equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage_
SPARKPLUGS
Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing
season or after every 100 hours of use, whichever comes
first. Spark plug type and gap setting is shown in "PROD-
UCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual,
IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 18)
Fuel filter should be replaced once each season° If fuel filter
becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carburetor, re-
placement is required_
o With engine coot, remove filter and plug fuel line
sections°
= Place new fuel filter in position in fuel iine.
• Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clamps are
properly positioned.
° immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline.
FUEL
ILTER
FIG. 18
CLEANING
° Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. of all foreign
matter°
° Keep finished sudaces and wheels free of all gasoline,
oi!, etc.
o 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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