9.4 Mower Blade Belt tension
1. The tension of the Blade drive belt, between two pulleys should be adjusted to, with a
ten-pound pull, have a deflection of ½”
9.5 Cleaning your Brush Cutter
IMPORTANT: If the engine has been running, allow it to cool for at least half an hour before
washing.
1. Wash the Brush Cutter, including the underside, after use. Also clean under the deck
cover. Allow the mower to dry before use.
2. Use Compressed air and/or wash the engine by hand and be careful to prevent water or
debris from entering the air cleaner.
NOTE: Do not use a garden hose or pressure washing equipment, it can force water into the
air cleaner. Water in the air cleaner will soak the filter element and can enter the carburetor or
engine cylinder, causing damage.
3. After washing the Brush Cutter, wipe dry.
4. After the mower is clean and dry, touch up any damaged paint and coat other unpainted
areas with a light film of oil.
9.6 Cleaning the Cooling System
1. Remove blower housing and clean regularly.
NOTE: Grass or chaff may clog cooling system after prolonged service. Continued operation
with a clogged cooling system causes severe overheating and possible engine damage.
9.7 Dual Filter Element Air Cleaner
Air Cleaner Check/Cleaning and Replacement
Dual Element Type:
A dirty air filter will restrict air flow to the carburetor
reducing engine performance. If the engine is operated
in dusty areas, clean the air cleaner more often than
specified in the MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE.
Operating the engine without the air filters or with the
filters installed loosely, will allow dirt to enter the engine,
causing rapid engine wear. Install the air filter securely.
1.
Remove the nut (1) and the air cleaner cover (2).
2.
Remove the wing nut (3) and the air filter assembly
(4-5)
3.
Separate the inner filter (Paper) (4) from the outer filter (foam) (5). Carefully
check both filters for holes and tears and replace if damaged.
4.
Clean filters if they are to be reused.
5.
Install the elements in the reverse order of removal.
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