Craftsman 917.257480 Owner's Manual page 17

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MAINTENANCE
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KNOB
WING NUT
FOAM
PRE-CLEANER
CARTRIDGE
PLATE
CARTRIDGE
AIR SCREEN
"_ BODY
FIGo 14
ENGINE COOLING FINS (See Fig. 15)
Remove any dust, dirt or oil from engine cooling fins to
prevent engine damage from overheating. Air guide covers
must be removed° Remove side panels and hood (See "TO
REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSMEBLY" in the Service
and Adjustments section of this manual)°
TOP AIR
GUIDE COVER
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CLEAN ENGINE
COOLING FINS
AIR GUIDE
COVER{BOTHSIDES)
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MUFFLER
MUFFLER
Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (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 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. 16)
Fuelfilter should be replaced once each season_ If fuelfilter
becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carburetor, re-
placement is required.
• With engine cool, remove _ter and plug fuel line
sections.
• Place new fuel filter in position in fuel iineo
• Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clamps are
properly positioned.
• Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline.
FU EL FILTER
FIG. '16
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 car-
buretor are covered to keep water out. Water in engine can
result in a shortened engine tife.
FIG. 15
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