Engine Cooling Fins; Spark Plugs; In-Line Fuel Filter; Cleaning - Craftsman 917.270412 Owner's Manual

. Reinstall c artridge,nut,precleaner,
cover' a ndsecure
with knob(s).
iMPORTANT: Petroleum solvents, such as
kerosene, are not to be used to clean the
cartridge._They may cause deterioration of
the cartridge. Do not oil cartridge. Do not
use pressurized air to clean or dry car-
tddge.
Cover
Knob
Cover _ Cartridge
Nut
Foam .-J_ -Paper
Pre'Cle ane_._. Caasrt:idg e
CLEAN AIR SCREEN
Air screen must be kept free of dirt and
chaff to prevent engine damage from over-
heating. Clean with a wire brush or com-
pressed air' to remove dirt and stubborn
dried gum fibers.
ENGINE COOLING FINS
Remove any dust, dirt or oil from engine
cooling fins to prevent engine damage
from overheating.
o Remove screws from blower housing
and lift housing and dipstick tube
assembly off engine.
,, Cover oil fill opening to prevent entry of
dirt.
o Use compressed air or stiff bdstle brush
to thoroughly clean engine cooling fins.
o To reassemble, reverse above proce-
dure.
Screws Blower
MUFFLER
Inspect and replace corroded muffler and
spark arrester (if equipped) as it could cre-
ate a fire hazard and/or damage.
SPARK PLUGS .. •
Replace spark plugs at the beginning of
each mowing season or after every 100
hour's of operation, whichever occurs first,.
Spark plug type and gap setting are
shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"
on page 5 of this manual.
IN-LINE FUEL FILTER
The fuel filter should be replaced once
each season. If fuel filter becomes
clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carbure-
tor, replacement is required.
° With engine cool, remove filter and plug
fuel line sections.
o Place new fuel filter in position in fuel
line with arrow pointing towards carbu-
retor,.
= Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and
clarn_
_Fuel Filter
CLEANING
,, Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc.
of all foreign matter:.
= Keep finished surfaces and wheels free
of all gasoline, oil, etc_
o Protect painted surfaces with automo-
tive type wax.
We do not recommend using a garden
hose to clean your' tractor unless the elec-
trical system, muffler, air filter and carbure-
tor are covered to keep water out. Water
in engine can result in a shortened engine
life..
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