28
7. Squeeze the ends of the hose clamps together and slide
them away from the old fuel filter (Fig. 26).
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. Close the hood.
Servicing the Fuse
The electrical system is protected by 10 amp, blade-type
fuses.
1. Pull up on the fuse (Fig. 27) to remove it from the
socket.
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Figure 27
1.
Fuse
2.
Socket
2. Insert the fuse into socket and push down on the fuse to
install it.
Servicing the Blade
To ensure a superior quality of cut, keep the blade sharp.
For convenient sharpening and replacement, keep an extra
blade.
Danger
A worn or damaged blade can break and a piece of
the blade could be thrown into the operator’s or
bystander’s area, resulting in serious personal
injury or death.
•
Inspect the blade periodically for wear or
damage.
•
Replace a worn or damaged blade.
Inspecting the Blade
1. Remove the mower; refer to Removing the Mower on
page 29.
2. Inspect the cutting edges (Fig. 28). If the edges are not
sharp or have nicks, remove the blade and sharpen
them; refer to Sharpening the Blade on page 29.
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Figure 28
1.
Cutting edge
2.
Curved area
3.
Wear/slot forming
3. Inspect the blade, especially the curved area (Fig. 28). If
you notice any damage, wear, or a slot forming in this
area (Fig. 28), immediately install a new blade.
