Textron JACOBSEN GP400, Technical/Repair Manual

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ACCESSORIES AND MISCELLANEOUS REPAIR
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Figure 9-13
14. Lower fuel tank to operating position and disconnect
fuel tank breather hose (17).
15. Remove four screws (18) and flat washers (19).
16. Remove fuel tank (20) from fuel tank pan (21).
Installation Notes
• Apply anti-seize compound to screws (5, 8, 11, 15,
and 18) prior to installation. Do not overtighten these
screws or tank may crack and cause a leak.
• Install fuel tank by reversing the order of removal.
• Apply dielectric grease (Jacobsen PN 365422) to any
wire connectors disconnected.
Fuel Tank (Gasoline)
Removal and Installation
See Figures 9-14 through 9-16.
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CAUTION
1. Park the mower safely. (See “Park Mower Safely” on
page 1-6.)
2. Disconnect the negative (–) battery cable from the
battery.
3. Remove hydraulic oil tank. (See “Hydraulic Oil Tank
(Gasoline)” on page 6-58.)
Figure 9-14
4. Support fuel tank (1) using a suitable lifting device.
NOTE
Fuel system capacity is 14.2 gal (54 L). Have suitable
container(s) available that can hold up to 15 gal (57 L) of
fuel.
5. Place a suitable container under the fuel tank.
6. Disconnect fuel line (6) and drain fuel into container.
Lower fuel tank (1) to operating position and loosen
the fuel cap to aid in draining fuel.
7. After fuel tank is drained, raise fuel tank (1) and
connect fuel line (6).
8. Remove screw (2), flat washer (3), and clamp (4).
9. Disconnect fuel line (5). Plug line and cap fitting to
prevent leakage and contamination.
Required Materials
Anti-Seize Compound
Gasoline is highly flammable. Do not drain fuel
indoors. Heaters can ignite fuel vapors. Use
extreme caution when draining fuel.
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19 18 19 18
21
20
TN3714
1
6
TN3985
5
2 3 4