Snapper YARD CRUISER YZ13331BE, Safety Instructions And Operator'S Manual

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Section 3 - MAINTENANCE
3.4 ANNUALLY (END OF EACH SEASON)
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 Yard Cruiser immediately to the
nearest authorized Snapper dealer for service.
3.4.6. Fuel Filter
Service fuel filter as instructed below. Turn key to
“OFF” position. Engine MUST be stopped and MUST
be cold before removing filter. Turn fuel shut off valve
(If equipped) to the “CLOSED” position or perform filter
change when fuel tank and fuel line are 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)
If desired, the YARD CRUISER can be stored on the
rear bumper. Perform the following procedures to insure
the YARD CRUISER will operate properly when taken
out of storage.
1. Thoroughly clean the YARD CRUISER by
removing all grass clippings and debris.
2.
Perform maintenance and lubrication as
described in the previous sections.
3. Drain fuel from fuel tank.
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.
5. Remove battery. See Section on Battery Removal
and Storage.
6. Close vent on fuel filler cap. Remove key.
7. Carefully stand YARD CRUISER on rear bumper
in desired location for storage.
NEW FUEL FILTER
PART NO. 1-4359
HOSE CLAMPS