SERVICE
Service - 40
Servicing The Fuel Filter/Water Separator
The fuel filter/water separator is located underneath
the air filter. Water and sediment can be observed
through the glass bowl on the bottom of the filter.
1. Drain water through the valve (A).
2. Remove sediments through the plug opening (B).
A
B
C
Changing The 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 rear panel.
6.
Remove the fuel filter canister (C).
7.
Replace the fuel filter element.
8.
Install the fuel filter canister.
9.
Turn the fuel shut-off valve to the On position.
10. Prime the fuel system, if necessary.
Priming The Fuel System
1. Turn the ignition key to the On position for about
30 seconds. The operator should hear the fuel
pump operating.
2. Start the power unit. Repeat step 1 if necessary.
Checking The Fan (Alternator) Belt
1.
WARNING
Avoid Personal Injury!
Fingers or loose clothing can get caught in rotat-
ing parts. Shut off the power unit engine, remove
the ignition key, and wait for all moving parts to
stop rotating before working on the power unit.
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.
Turn the battery disconnect switch to the Off
position.
5. Remove the top hood panel to access the
engine compartment.
A
B
6. Check the fan belt (A)
for excessive wear,
cracks, or damage.
Replace if necessary.
7. Check the fan belt
for proper tension.
Depress the belt
halfway (B) between
the drive pulley and
the alternator pulley
and measure the belt
deflection at the speci
-
fied force 22 lbf (98 N,
10 kgf). The belt deflection should measure 1/4
to 3/8 inches (7 to 9 mm). If the belt deflection is
not within specifications, the belt tension must
be adjusted.
