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Checking/ Adding Fuel
Toadd fuel:
1. Removethe fuel cap.
2. Fillthe tank to about 1-1/2" (3,81 cm) of the bottom of
the filler neck. This will allow for fuel expansion.
NOTE. Do not overfill. Refer toyour engine manual for
specific fuel recommendations.
3. Install and hand tighten the fuel cap.
Fuel Filter
Thefuel filter is locatedin the fuel line betweenthe fuel tank
and the carburetor, nearthe fuel pump. If filter is dirty or
clogged, replaceas follows:
1. Disconnectthe negative battery cable.
2. Placea container below the filter to catch anyspilled
fuel.
3. Using pliers, open and slide the hose clamps from the
fuel filter (D, Figure19).
4. Removethe hosesfrom the fuel filter.
5. Install the new fuel filter in the proper flow direction in
the fuel line.
6. Securewith the hoseclamps.
7. Reconnectthe negative battery cablewhen finished.
ChangeOil & Filter
1. Warm engine by running for a few minutes. (Refer to
the engine operator's manual for oil and filter
replacementinstructions.)
2. Briggs & Stratton Models: Locate the oil drain hose (A,
Figure19) on the left side of the engine and route the oil
drain hose over the rear of the engine deck.
KawasakiModels: Locatethe oil drain hose (A, Figure
19) on the right side of the engine and route the oil
drain hose over the rear of the engine deck.
3. Placea small pan under the oil drain hose to catch the
oil. Using the appropriate tools, remove the cap (B)
from the oil drain hose (A) and drain the engineoil into
the pan.
4. After draining, replacethe capand wipe up any spilled
oil. Route the oil drain towards the front of the machine
facing so the oil drain hose is retainedduring normal
operation.
5. Placean absorbent shop cloth under the engineoil filter.
Removethe engine oil niter and replacewith a new one.
6. 8riggs & Stratton Models: Remove the engine oil
dipstick (F)that is located on the left side of the engine
and refill with new oil (Refer to the engine operator's
manualfor oil recommendations.)
l(awasaki Models: Removethe engine oil dipstick (F)
that is located on the right side of the engine and refill
with new oil (Refer to the engine operator's manual for
oil recommendations.)
7. Removethe shop cloth and wipe up anyspilled oil.
EngineMaintenance
Refer to the engine owner's manual for all engine
maintenanceprocedures and recommendations.
, WARNING
Gasolineis highlyflammable and mustbe handled
with care. Never fill the tank when the engine is still
hotfrom recentoperation. Donot allow open flame,
smokingor matchesin the area. Avoid over-filling and
wipe up any spills.
Donotremovefuel filter when engine is hot, as spilled
gasoline may ignite. DO NOTspreadhoseclamps
further thannecessary.Ensureclampsgrip hoses
firmly over filter after installation.
NOTICE
Donot use gasoline containing METHANOL,gasohol
containingmorethan10% ethanol, gasoline additives,
premiumgasoline, or white gas becauseengine/fuel
systemdamage couldresult.
Figure 19. Engine Oil Drain (Briggs & Stratton shown)
A. Oil Drain Hose
B. Cap
C. Oil Filter
D. FuelFilter
E. Fuel TankSelection Valve
E Oil Dipstick
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