Engine Cooling Fins; Muffler; Spark Plugs; In-Line Fuel Filter - Craftsman 3One 917.254860 Owner's Manual

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILiTiES
IMPORTANT: PETROLEUM SOLVENTS, SUCH AS
KEROSENE, ARE NOT TO BE USED TO CLEAN THE
CARTRIDGE. THEY MAY CAUSE DETERIORATION OF
THECARTRtDGE. DO NOTOIL CARTRIDGE. DO NOT
USE PRESSURIZED AIR TO CLEAN OR DRY
CARTRIDGE.
KNOB
COVER
CARTRIDGE
/'PLATE
AiR SCREEN
FiG. 16
ENGINE COOLING FiNS (See Fig. 17)
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 ASSEMBLY" in the Service
and Adjustments section of this manual).
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. 18)
Fuetfittershouldbereplacedonceeachseason. If fuetfilter
becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carburetor, re-
placement is required.
With engine coot, remove filter and plug fuel line
sections.
• Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line.
- Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clamps are
properly positioned.
• Immediately wipe up any spitled gasoline.
FUEL FILTER
CLAMP
/
/
CLAMP
TOP AiR
GUIDE
ENGINE
COOLING FINS
AIR GUIDE COVER
(BOTH SIDES)
=¢)
FiG. 18
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 electdca! system, muffler, air filter and
carburetor are covered to keep water out. Water in engine
can result in a ShOrtened engine life.
FiG. t7
18