Operator's Manual

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Draining the Fuel Tank
Danger
In certain conditions, gasoline is extremely
flammable and highly explosive. A fire or
explosion from gasoline can burn you and others
and can damage property.
• Drain gasoline from the fuel tank when the
engine is cold. Do this outdoors in an open area.
Wipe up any gasoline that spills.
• Never smoke when draining gasoline, and stay
away from an open flame or where a spark may
ignite the gasoline fumes.
1. Park the machine so that the left front side is slightly
lower than the right side to ensure that the fuel tank
drains completely.
2. Disengage the blade (PTO).
3. Shift the ground speed lever into Neutral.
4. Set the parking brake.
5. Stop the engine.
6. Remove the ignition key.
7. Remove the engine cover.
8. Squeeze the ends of the hose clamp together and slide it
up the fuel line toward the fuel tank (Fig. 26).
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Figure 26
1. Hose clamp
2. Fuel line
3. Filter
9. Pull the fuel line off of the filter (Fig. 26) and allow the
gasoline to drain into a gas can or drain pan.
Note: Now is the best time to install a new fuel filter
because the fuel tank is empty.
10. Install the fuel line onto the filter.
11. Slide the hose clamp close to the filter to secure the fuel
line and filter.
12. Install the engine cover.
Replacing the Fuel Filter
Replace the fuel filter after every 100 operating hours or
yearly, whichever occurs first. The best time to replace the
fuel filter (Fig. 26) is when the fuel tank is empty. Never
install a dirty filter if it is removed from the fuel line.
1. Disengage the blade (PTO).
2. Shift the ground speed lever into Neutral.
3. Set the parking brake.
4. Stop the engine.
5. Remove the ignition key.
6. Remove the engine cover.
7. Squeeze the ends of the hose clamps together and slide
them away from the filter (Fig. 26).
8. Remove the filter from the fuel lines.
9. Install a new filter and move the hose clamps close to
the filter.
10. Install the engine cover.
Servicing the Fuses
The electrical system is protected by 7.5 amp, blade-type
fuses. No maintenance is required, however, if a fuse
blows, check the circuit wiring for a short.
1. Pull out the fuse (Fig. 27) to remove it from the socket.
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Figure 27
1. Fuses (under the seat)
2. Push down on the fuse to insert it.