Engine Maintenance
Servicing the Air Cleaner
Note:
Service the air cleaner more frequently (every few
hours) if operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy.
Removing the Elements
1.
Park the machine on a level surface and disengage the
blade-control switch (PTO).
2.
Engage the parking brake, stop the engine, remove the
key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving
the operating position.
3.
Clean around the air-cleaner cover to prevent dirt from
getting into the engine and causing damage.
4.
Lift the cover and rotate the air-cleaner assembly out
of the engine (
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5.
Remove the foam element from the paper element
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Servicing the Foam Element
Service Interval:
Every 25 hours/Monthly (whichever
comes first)—Clean the foam element
(more often in dusty, dirty conditions).
Every 100 hours/Yearly (whichever comes
first)—Replace the foam element (more often in dusty,
dirty conditions).
Wash the foam element with water and replace the foam
element if it is damaged.
Servicing the Paper Element
Service Interval:
Every 100 hours/Yearly (whichever comes
first)—Service the paper element (more
often in dusty, dirty conditions).
Every 200 hours/Every 2 years (whichever comes
first)—Replace the paper element (more often in
dusty, dirty conditions).
1.
Lightly tap the element on a flat surface to remove dust
and dirt.
2.
Inspect the element for tears, an oily film, and damage
to the seal.
Important:
Do not clean the paper element with
pressurized air or liquids, such as solvent, gas,
or kerosene. Replace the paper element if it is
damaged or cannot be cleaned thoroughly.
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