Maintenance Instructions CLEANING
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9. Install the cover with the word "TOP" properly
oriented to the top of the canister. Give the
cover a slight twist as it reaches the canister to
make sure the tab inside the cover goes into a
slot, otherwise the cover will not fit properly.
Make sure both the top and bottom cover
latches are securing the cover in place.
Proper Orientation of Air Cleaner Cover
10. Check the air intake hose for cuts, nicks, etc.,
and the hose clamps for tightness.
11. Reset the air restriction indicator (press button
on bottom).
Fuel Filter
Clean and inspect the fuel filter screen after every
50 hours of service. Replace if damaged. Service
the fuel filter as follows:
Fuel Filter and Fuel Shut-off Valve Location
IMPORTANT: Service the fuel filter screen only in a
clean area where the fuel filter components will not
be contaminated by any dust and dirt.
1. Close the fuel shut-off valve.
2. Loosen sediment bowl and remove filter screen
and gasket. Replace filter screen, if damaged
(use only Kawasaki replacement filter #49019-
2095).
3. Remove any sediment, wipe clean and reinstall
assembly.
4. Open the fuel shut-off valve.
Engine Cooling System
Air Intake Screen
To prevent engine overheating and possible engine
damage, clean grass clippings, chaff, and dirt from
the rotating engine air intake screen after every 8
hours of operation. In certain mowing conditions
(dry grass, leaves, tree “cotton”, etc.) it may be nec-
essary to check and clean this area several times
each day to prevent engine overheating.
Cover Latch
Vacuator™
Valve
Cover Latch
Orient to Top
of Canister
Fuel Shut-Off
Valve
Fuel Filter and
Sediment Bowl
DANGER
Gasoline is extremely flammable and can
be highly explosive. To minimize danger:
• Use an approved fuel container for gas-
oline.
• DO NOT allow open flames or sparks
while performing maintenance or refuel-
ing; DO NOT smoke while working with
fuel.
• Wipe up spilled gasoline immediately
and completely.
CAUTION
Operating the engine with a blocked air
intake screen, dirty or plugged cooling
fins, and/or cooling shrouds removed will
cause engine damage from overheating.
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