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Replacing the Fuel Filter
Replace the fuel filter after every 100 operating hours or
yearly, whichever occurs first. The best time to replace the
fuel filter (Fig. 28) is when the fuel tank is empty. Never
install a dirty fuel filter after it has been removed from the
fuel line.
1.
Park the tractor on a level surface.
2.
Disengage the blades (PTO).
3.
Set the parking brake.
4.
Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.
5.
Remove the ignition key.
6.
Close the fuel shutoff valve (Fig. 29).
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Figure 29
1. Fuel shut-off valve
7.
Squeeze the ends of the hose clamps together and slide
them away from the old fuel filter (Fig. 28).
8.
Remove the old fuel filter from the fuel line.
9.
Install a new fuel filter and move the hose clamps close
to it.
10.
Open the fuel shutoff valve.
Servicing the Air Cleaner
Clean and oil the foam element after every 25 operating
hours. Replace the paper element after every 100 operating
hours or yearly, whichever occurs first.
Note:
Service the air cleaner more frequently if the
operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy.
1.
Park the tractor on a level surface.
2.
Disengage the blades (PTO).
3.
Set the parking brake.
4.
Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.
5.
Remove the ignition key.
Removing the Foam and Paper Elements
1.
Clean around the air cleaner to prevent dirt from getting
into the engine and causing damage.
2.
Pull up on the air cleaner cover handle and rotate it
toward the engine (Fig. 30).
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Figure 30
1. Air cleaner cover
2. Air cleaner cover handle
3.
Remove the air cleaner cover.
