ENGINE
4241262-Rev B 3-13
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Fuel Filter
Removal and Installation
See Figures 3-22 through 3-24.
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CAUTION
1. Park the mower safely. (See “Park Mower Safely” on
page 1-6.)
2. Allow engine to cool completely.
3. Disconnect battery negative (–) cable at battery.
Figure 3-22
4. Turn fuel outlet shutoff valve (1) clockwise to close
valve.
Figure 3-23
5. Thoroughly clean fuel filter (2) and area surrounding
fuel filter.
6. Turn fuel filter counterclockwise to remove it. Drain
excess fuel into an appropriate container.
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CAUTION
7. Clean inside and outside of fuel filter head.
8. Lightly lubricate fuel filter seal with clean oil, and
install. Tighten filter hand tight plus one-half turn.
Figure 3-24
9. Turn fuel outlet shutoff valve (1) counterclockwise to
open valve.
10. Purge air from fuel system. (See “Purging the Fuel
System” on page 3-5.)
Diesel fuel is highly flammable—handle with care.
Use an approved container with a spout that will
fit inside the fuel filler neck. Avoid using
unapproved containers to transport fuel. Keep all
fuel containers clean and closed when not in use.
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Dispose of fuel properly. Contact the local
environmental department for instructions on
disposing of unwanted fuel products.
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