Differential /Chain Case-Lubrication; Service - Annually; Engine; Fuel Filter - Snapper 421618BVE Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual

Section 3 - MAINTENANCE
3.3 SERVICE - EVERY 25 OPERATING HOURS
(Continued from previous page)
3.3.9. DIFFERENTIAL/CHAIN CASE- LUBRICATION
1. Check the fill/level plug, for cracks and wear.
Replace fill/level plug if signs of wear are visible.
IMPORTANT: If the Rear Engine Rider will be on
its rear bumper for longer than two hours, remove
the battery. Refer to Section "BATTERY
REMOVAL".
2. To check lubricant, remove fill/level plug and
visually inspect for lubricant on the internal parts of
the differential. If no lubricant is visible on the
internal parts of the differential, add "SNAPPER
Transmission" grease as needed. See Figure 3.7.
DIFFERENTIAL
CHAIN
FILL/LEVEL
PLUG
\
FIGURE 3.7
IMPORTANT: Overfilling of the differential with lubricant will
cause lubricant to leak onto drive components of the Rear
Engine Rider.
WARNING
DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance,
service or repairs with the engine running. STOP
engine. STOP blade. Engage parking brake. Remove
key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and
secure away from plug. Engine and components are
HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow all parts to cool
before working on machine. Fuel Filler Cap and vent
must be closed securely to prevent fuel spillage.
3. Check fill/level plug for damage. If signs of wear or
cracks are visible, replace plug with new plug. See
Figure 3.8.
4. To check lubricant in chain case, remove fill/level
plug and look for lubricant on the internal
components of the chain case. If no lubricant is
visible, add "SNAPPER Transmission" grease as
needed. See Figure 3.8.
FIGURE 3.8
3.3.10. Check "MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE" Section of
Engine Owner's Manual for additional engine service.
3.4 SERVICE - ANNUALLY
Perform all maintenance as described in Section
"MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE".
3.4.1. ENGINE
1. Service engine according to engine owner's
manual.
3.4.2. FUEL FILTER
Service fuel filter as instructed below, on COLD
ENGINE ONLY!
IMPORTANT: To stop flow of fuel, tank may be removed
from bracket and set on the floor so the fuel level will be
below the filter. Refer to Section "REMOVING FUEL TANK".
1. Remove hose clamps from fuel filter.
2. Remove fuel lines from filter. Discard filter.
3. Install new fuel filter. See Figure 3.9.
4. Reinstall fuel tank into bracket.
FILTER
FIGURE 3.9
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