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3. Squeeze the ends of the hose clamp together and slide
it up the fuel line away from fuel filter (Fig. 42).
4. Pull the fuel line off the fuel filter (Fig. 42). Open fuel
shut-off valve and allow gasoline to drain into a gas
can or drain pan.
Note: Now is the best time to install a new fuel filter
because the fuel tank is empty. Refer to Replacing the
Fuel Filter; page 34.
5. Install the fuel line onto the fuel filter. Slide the hose
clamp close to the valve to secure the fuel line.
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Figure 42
1.
Fuel shut-off valve
2.
Clamp
Servicing the Fuel Filter
Service Interval/Specification
Replace the fuel filter after every 200 operating hours or
yearly, whichever occurs first.
Replacing the Fuel Filter
Never install a dirty filter if it is removed from the fuel
line.
Note: Note how the fuel filter is installed.
Note: Wipe up any spilt fuel.
1. Disengage the PTO and set the parking brake.
2. Stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all
moving parts to stop before leaving the operating
position.
3. Close fuel shut–off valve at fuel tank (Fig. 42).
4. Squeeze the ends of the hose clamps together and slide
them away from the filter (Fig. 43).
5. Remove the filter from the fuel lines.
6. Install a new filter and move the hose clamps close to
the filter.
7. Open fuel shut-off valve at fuel tank (Fig. 42).
8. Check for fuel leaks and repair if needed.
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Figure 43
1.
Hose clamp
2.
Fuel line
3.
Filter
Servicing the Hydraulic
System
Checking the Hydraulic Fluid
Check the hydraulic fluid level before engine is first
started.
Check the hydraulic fluid level after first 8 operating
hours.
Check the hydraulic fluid level after every 40 operating
hours.
Fluid Type: Mobil 1 15W-50 synthetic motor oil or
equivalent synthetic oil.
Important
Use oil specified or equivalent. Other
fluids could cause system damage.
Hydraulic System Oil Capacity: 67 oz. (2.0 l)
Note: The hydraulic oil can be checked when the oil is hot
or cold. The baffle inside the tank has two levels
indicating the oil level when it is hot or cold.
1. Position machine on a level surface and set the parking
brake.
2. Clean area around filler neck of hydraulic tank
(Fig. 44).
3. Remove cap from filler neck. Look inside to check if
there is fluid in the reservoir. (Fig. 44).
