MAINTENANCE
ENGINE COOLING
SYSTEM
(See Fig. 20)
Debris may clog the engine's air cooling system. Remove
blower housing and clean the area shown to prevent over-
heating and engine damage.
AIR SCREEN
CLEAN OUT CHAFF AND DEBRIS
Fig, 20
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 sea-
son or after every 100 hours of use, whichever comes first.
Spark plug type and gap setting is shown in "PRODUCT
SPECIFICATIONS"
section of this manual.
IN=LINE FUEL FILTER
(See Fig. 21)
The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel
filter becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carburetor,
replacement is required.
•
With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line sections.
•
Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line with arrow
pointing towards carburetor.
•
Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clamps are
properly positioned.
•
Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline.
CLEANING
•
Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. of all foreign
matter.
•
Clean debris from steering plate. Debris can restrict
clutch/brake pedal shaft movement, causing belt slip
and loss of drive.
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CAUTION:
Avoid all pinch points and
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movable parts (See Fig. 22)
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CAUTION:
PINCH
POINTS
STEERING
SYSTEM,
DASH, FENDER AND
MOWER
NOT SHOWN
Fig. 22
•
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 or pressure
washer to clean your tractor unless the engine and trans-
mission are covered to keep water out. Water in engine or
transmission will shorten the useful life of your tractor. Use
compressed air or a leaf blower to remove grass, leaves
and trash from tractor and mower.
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FUEL FILTER _
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CLAMP
Fig. 21
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