Removing and Installing the Fuel Tank
1. Put machine on a level surface, lower the cutting
units, stop the engine, engage the parking brakes and
remove the key from the ignition swtich.
2. Open drain fitting on bottom of fuel
tank and drain fuel
into a suitable container.
3. Remove six capscrews securing the fender to the
frame and remove the fender.
4. Disconnect fuel lines from fittings on top of fuel tank.
5. Disconnect electrical wire from fuel gauge sender.
6. Remove three capscrews, flat washers and lock
-
washers securing fuel tank to frame and remove fuel
tank.
7. Reverse steps 2 - 6 to install the fuel tank and tank
base. When
installing the tank to the frame, tighten the
screws to a torque of 30 - 60 in-lb. Do not overtighten.
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Figure 52
1. Fuel tank drain fitting
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