Tico Pro-Spotter, Service Manual

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4-12 Service Manual
TICO Manufacturing
ENGINE PRO-SPOTTER
DRAINING FUEL/WATER
SEPARATOR
See Figure 4-20.
1. Park and prepare tractor for service. (See “Park
Tractor Safely” on page 1-3.)
Figure 4-20: Fuel/Water Separator
2. Open drain valve (2).
3. Drain the fuel/water separator into a suitable
container until the fuel turns clear.
4. Properly dispose of waste.
IMPORTANT
Avoid damage to the valve threads. Do not
overtighten the drain valve.
5. Hand tighten the drain valve until it is securely
closed.
NOTE
Priming may need to be repeated until engine starts. Dry
filters may need approximately 140 stokes. Pre-filled
filters may need 20 to 60 strokes.
6. Turn the priming hand pump (3) counterclockwise
and begin pumping until resistance is felt.
7. Lock the priming hand pump.
8. Operate the engine and check for leaks.
RADIATOR
Removal
See Figures 4-21 and 4-22.
1. Park and prepare tractor for service. (See “Park
Tractor Safely” on page 1-3.)
2. Disconnect battery cables. (See “BATTERY” on
page 3-3.)
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CAUTION
3. Drain cooling system into a suitable container. (See
“Cooling System Draining” on page 4-14.)
1 Fuel Filter 2 Drain Valve 3 Priming Hand Pump
3
TPS-046
1
2
Avoid injury and serious burns from escaping
cooling system fluid under pressure. Stop engine
and allow cooling system temperature to reach
50°C (120°F) or below. Slowly loosen filler cap to
relieve pressure.
Specifications
Cooling System—Capacity
53 L
14 gal
Radiator—Capacity
38 L
10 gal