Product Manual

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Checking / Adding Fuel
To add fuel:
1. Stop the engine and allow to cool for at least 3
minutes.
2. Remove the fuel cap.
3. Fill the tank to the bottom of the filler neck. This
will allow for fuel expansion.
NOTE: Do not overfill. Refer to your engine manual
for specific fuel recommendations.
4. Install and hand tighten the fuel cap.
Fuel Filter
The fuel filter is located in the fuel line between fuel
tank and carburetor, near the fuel pump. If filter is
dirty or clogged, replace as follows:
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Place a container below the filter to catch spilled
fuel.
3. Using a pliers, open and slide hose clamps from
fuel filter.
4. Remove hoses from filter.
5. Install new filter in proper flow direction in fuel line.
6. Secure with hose clamps.
7. Reconnect the negative battery cable when
finished.
Change Oil & Filter
1. Warm engine by running for a few minutes.
(Refer to the engine operator’s manual for oil &
filter replacement instructions.)
2. Park machine and place the rear tires on a 2 x 4
block of wood or park machine on a slight downhill
grade.
3. Place a small pan under the oil drain hose to
catch the oil. Using the appropriate tools, remove
the cap (B, Figure 6) from the oil drain hose (A)
and drain the engine oil.
4. After draining, replace the cap and wipe up any
spilled oil.
5. Place an absorbent shop cloth under the engine
oil filter. Remove the engine oil filter and replace
with a new one.
6. Remove the shop cloth and wipe up any spilled
oil.
Inspect Muffler and Spark Arrester
Inspect the muffler for cracks, corrosion, or other
damage. Remove the spark arrester, if equipped,
and inspect for damage or carbon blockage. If
replacement parts are required, make sure to use
only original equipment replacement parts.
Figure 6. Engine Oil Drain
A. Oil Drain Hose
B. Cap
A
B
WARNING
Fuel and its vapors are extremely
flammable and explosive.
Fire or explosion can cause severe
burns or death.
• Gasoline is highly flammable and must be handled
with care. Never fill the tank when the engine is
still hot from recent operation. Do NOT allow open
flame, smoking or matches in the area. Avoid
over-filling and wipe up any spills.
• Do NOT remove fuel filter when engine is hot, as
spilled gasoline may ignite. Do NOT spread hose
clamps further than necessary. Ensure clamps
grip hoses firmly over filter after installation.
NOTICE
Do NOT use gasoline containing METHANOL,
gasohol containing more than 10% ethanol, gasoline
additives, premium gasoline, or white gas because
engine/fuel system damage could result.
WARNING
Replacement parts must be the same and installed
in the same position as the original parts or fire
could result.
REGULAR MAINTENANCE
Not for
Reproduction