SERVICE
Service - 39
7.
Remove and discard the primary air filter ele
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ment (D).
8.
If the safety air filter element (E) is scheduled for
replacement, remove and discard the safety air
filter element.
9.
Install the new air filter element(s).
10.
Install the filter cap and fasten both latches.
Filling The Fuel Tank
1.
DANGER
Fuel is flammable and/or explosive. Follow all
safety instructions in the Fuel Safety section of
this manual and in the engine operator’s manual.
CAUTION
Avoid damage to your engine!
Only use fuel that meets the specifications required
for your engine. Refer to the engine operator’s
manual for the proper grade and specifications of
fuel for your engine.
WARNING
Long term exposure to fuel vapors can cause
serious injury or illness. Avoid prolonged
breathing of fuel vapors.
If fuel is spilled on skin or clothing, change clothing
and wash affected skin immediately.
Park the power unit on a level surface.
2.
Engage the parking brake and shut off the engine.
3. Remove the key from the ignition switch and
allow the engine to cool.
4. Open the left hood panel.
5.
Wipe any dust and dirt off the fuel cap to prevent
dirt from falling into the fuel tank, and remove
the fuel cap.
6. Add fuel to the tank until the fuel level reaches
the bottom of the fuel neck*
. Do not overfill by
filling the fuel neck, as this may cause engine
flooding. Keep the fuel nozzle in contact with the
rim of the fuel neck until fueling is completed.
7. Replace the fuel cap and tighten.
8. Wipe up any fuel spills and allow fuel vapors to
dissipate before starting the engine.
9. Close the left hood panel.
Changing The In-line Fuel Filter
1. Park the power unit on a level surface.
2.
Engage the parking brake and shut off the engine.
3. Remove the key from the ignition switch.
4.
Turn the fuel shut-off valve to the Off position.
5. Remove the top hood panel.
6.
Place shop towels underneath the fuel filter to
catch any fuel that drains from the filter and fuel
line when it is removed.
7. Loosen the hose clamps and remove the fuel
filter (A).
8.
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Install the new fuel filter with the flow arrow
pointing toward the engine and fasten securely
with the hose clamps.
9.
Turn the fuel shut-off valve to the On position.
10.
Inspect the fuel filter hose connections for leaks.
11.
CAUTION
Do not run the electric starter continuously for
more than 5 seconds. If the engine does not start
right away, wait 1 minute and try again.
On initial engine start after changing fuel filter,
it may require a longer cranking time for the
engine to start.
Cleaning Engine Compartment & Engine
Clean the engine compartment and engine daily or
prior to each use, to reduce the risk of engine over-
heating or ignition of accumulated debris.
1. Park the power unit on a level surface.
2.
Engage the parking brake and shut off the engine.
3. Remove the key from the ignition switch and
allow the engine to cool.
4. Remove the top hood panel and the rear panel
to access the engine compartment.
*If power unit will not be used after filling fuel tank, only fill the tank to within
1” (25 mm) of the bottom of the fuel neck to allow room for fuel expansion
from temperature changes. Failure to do so may cause engine flooding.
