Snapper SCRAMBLER YZ18426BVE, Safety Instructions & Operator'S Manual

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Section 3 – MAINTENANCE
3.4 SERVICE - ANNUALLY
Perform all maintenance as described in the maintenance
schedule.
3.4.1. Engine
Service engine according to engine owner’s manual.
3.4.2. Air Filter
Refer to engine owner’s manual for service
instructions.
3.4.3. Oil Filter
Refer to engine owner’s manual for service
instructions.
3.4.4. Engine Oil
Refer to engine owner’s manual for service
instructions.
3.4.5. Transaxle
IMPORTANT: DO NOT try to open reservoir cap
at any time. The transaxle is maintenance free.
The transaxle does not require any fluid or any
service. If there is any problem: leakage,
malfunction or etc. return the SCRAMBLER
immediately to the nearest authorized Snapper
dealer for service.
3.4.6. Fuel Filter
Service fuel filter as instructed below. Close fuel
valve in fuel line. Run engine until engine runs out
of fuel. Turn key to “OFF” position. Engine MUST
be stopped and MUST be cold before removing
filter. Perform filter change only when fuel line is
empty.
1. Remove hose clamps from fuel filter.
2. Remove fuel lines from filter. Discard filter.
3. Install new fuel filter. Reinstall hose clamps.
See Figure 3.8.
FIGURE 3.8
3.5 STORAGE (OUT OF SEASON)
Perform the following procedures to insure the
SCRAMBLER will operate properly when taken out of
storage.
3.5.1. Thoroughly clean the SCRAMBLER by
removing all grass clippings and debris.
3.5.2. Perform maintenance and lubrication as
described in the previous sections.
3.5.3. Drain fuel from fuel tank into an approved
container outdoors away from all sources of
ignition.
3.5.4. Start engine and allow it to run until engine
runs out of fuel. This allows the carburetor and fuel
system to remain clean during storage.
3.5.5. Remove battery. Refer to Section
“BATTERY REMOVAL AND STORAGE”.
3.5.6. Close vent on fuel cap and fuel valve in fuel
line. Remove key.
NEW FUEL
FILTER
HOSE CLAMPS