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ENGINE MAINTENANCE
Every 50 Hours
Inspect / Clean spark arrester.**
Every 100 Hours
Check fuel filter.
Refer to engine owner's manual
Service air filter.
Change engine oil and filter.
Check / Replace spark plugs.
* More often in hot (over 85° F; 30° C) weather or dusty operating
conditions.
**If equipped. Replace if damaged.
Maintenance Procedures
Service and Maintenance Safety
WARNING
Amputation and crushing hazard
Specific steps must be taken in order to perform service and
maintenance procedures safely.
Read and follow all the applicable safety and instructional
messages in this manual.
Always disengage the mower blades, set the parking brake,
turn the engine OFF, remove the ignition key, and wait for all
movement to stop prior to performing service and maintenance
procedures.
Always disconnect the spark plug wire(s) and fasten it away
from the plug before beginning any maintenance or service
procedures on order to prevent accidental ignition.
Checking Tire Pressures
Tire pressure should be checked periodically, and maintained
at the levels shown in the Specifications chart. Note that these
pressures may differ slightly from the "Max Inflation" stamped
on the side-wall of the tires. The pressures shown provide proper
traction and extend tire life.
Checking / Adding Fuel
WARNING
Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and
explosive.
Fire or explosion can cause severve burns or death.
Gasoline is highly flammable and must be handled with care.
Never fill the tank when the engine is still hot from recent
operation. Do NOT allow open flame, smoking or matches in
the area. Avoid over-filling and wipe up any spills.
To add fuel:
1.
Stop the engine and allow it to cool for at least 3 minutes.
2.
Remove the fuel cap.
3.
Fill the tank to the bottom of the filler neck. This will allow
for fuel expansion.
NOTE: Do not overfill. Refer to your engine manual for
specific fuel recommendations.
4.
Install and hand tighten the fuel cap.
Replacing the Fuel Filter
WARNING
Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and
explosive.
Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or death.
Do NOT remove the fuel filter when the engine is hot, as
spilled gasoline may ignite. Do NOT spread hose clamps
further than necessary. Ensure clamps grip hoses firmly over
filter after installation.
Carbureated Models: The fuel filter is located in the fuel line
between fuel tank and carburetor, near the fuel pump.
Fuel Injected Models: The fuel filter is located in the fuel line
between the fuel tank and fuel pump.
If filter is dirty or clogged, replace as follows:
1.
Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2.
Place a container below the filter to catch spilled fuel.
3.
Using a pliers, open and slide hose clamps from fuel filter.
4.
Remove hoses from filter.
5.
Install new filter in proper flow direction in fuel line.
6.
Secure with hose clamps.
7.
Reconnect the negative battery cable when finished.
Check Engine Oil Level
Interval: Before Each Use
Refer to the engine owners manual for dipstick and oil fill
locations and specific engine oil check and fill procedures.
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