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m–1256
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2
3
Figure 23
1.
Oil filter
2.
Gasket
3.
Adapter
6. Install the replacement oil filter to the filter adapter.
Turn the oil filter clockwise until the rubber gasket
contacts the filter adapter, then tighten the filter an
additional 1/2 turn (Fig. 23).
7. Fill the crankcase with the proper type of new oil; refer
to Changing the Oil, page 17.
Adjusting The Blower Belt
Make sure belt is properly tensioned to ensure proper
operation of the machine and unnecessary wear. Check belt
frequently.
Note: Check/Adjust The Blower Belt Tension After The
First 20 Hours Of Operation.
1. Remove the capscrews, washers and nuts securing the
belt guard to the blower housing (Fig. 24). Remove the
guard.
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Figure 24
1.
Belt guard
2. Remove capscrew and nut securing tensioner guide to
blower frame (Fig. 25). Belt tension will be released
when capscrew is removed.
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2
Figure 25
1.
Tensioner guide
2.
Capscrew and nut
3. On back side of blower frame, loosen capscrew
securing belt tensioner to frame (Fig. 26).
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Figure 26
1.
Loosen this capscrew
4. Position a large ratchet in tensioner hole. Rotate
tensioner clockwise until decal is aligned with 15
on
tensioner tube.
