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CLEAN AIR SCREEN (See Fig. 17)
Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent
engine damage from overheating, Clean with awire brush
or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum
fibers_
ENGINE COOLING
FINS (See Fig. 17)
Remove any dust, dirt or oil from engine cooling fins to
prevent engine damage from overheating, Engine btower
housing must be removed. Remove side panels and hood
(See'q'O REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY"inthe
Service and Adjustments section of this manual).
IN-LINE FUEL FILTER
(See Fig. 18)
The fuel filter should be replaced once each season° If fuel
filter becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carburetor,
replacement is required.
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With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line
sections.
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Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line with arrow
pointing towards carburetor.
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Be sure there are no fue! line leaks and clamps are
properly positioned.
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Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline.
COOLING FINS
SCREEN
(BOTH SIDES)
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FIG. 17
ENGINE OIL FILTER
Replace the engine oilfilter every season or every other oil
change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in one
yearn
MUFFLER
Inspectand replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if
equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage°
CLAMP
CLAMP
FUEL FILTER
FIG. 18
CLEANING
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Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc° of all foreign
matter.
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Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline,
oil, etc.
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Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax.
We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your
tractor 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.
SPARK PLUGS
Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing
season or after every i00 hours of operation, whichever
occurs first. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in
"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual
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