5.
Add oil as described above.
6.
Start and run the engine. As the engine warms up, check for oil
leaks.
7.
Stop the engine and check the oil level. It should be at the FULL
mark on the dipstick.
fuel filter
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Gasoline and its vapors are extremely flammable and explosive. Fire
or explosion can cause severe burns or death.
•
Keep gasoline away from sparks, open flames, pilot lights, heat,
and other ignition sources.
•
Check fuel lines, tank, cap, and fittings frequently for cracks or
leaks. Replace if necessary.
•
Before replacing the fuel filter, drain the fuel tank or close the fuel
shut-off valve.
•
Replacement parts must be the same and installed in the same
position as the original parts.
•
If fuel spills, wait until it evaporates before starting engine.
1.
Before replacing the fuel filter, drain the fuel tank or close the fuel
shut-off valve. Otherwise, fuel can leak out and cause a fire or
explosion.
2.
Use pliers to squeeze tabs on the clamps, then slide the clamps
away from the fuel filter. Twist and pull the fuel lines off of the fuel
filter. See Figure 9.
Tab
3.
Check the fuel lines for cracks or leaks. Replace if necessary.
4.
Replace the fuel filter with an original equipment replacement
filter.
5.
Secure the fuel lines with the clamps.
SERVICE ANd MAINTENANCE
Clamp
Fuel
Line
Figure 9
air Cleaner
If filters, or covers are not installed correctly serious injury or death
could result from backfire. Do not attempt to start the engine with
them removed.
Do not use pressurized air or solvents to clean the air cleaner
cartridge.
1.
Remove the air filter cover.
2.
To remove the air filter, lift the end of the filter. See Figure 10.
Pre-cleaner
Filter
3.
Remove the pre-cleaner from the filter.
4.
To loosen debris, gently tap the filter on a hard surface. If the filter
is excessively dirty, replace with a new filter.
5.
Wash the pre-cleaner in liquid detergent and water. Allow it to
thoroughly air dry. Do not oil the pre-cleaner.
6.
Assemble the dry pre-cleaner to the filter.
7.
Install the filter into the engine base and push down until the filter
snaps in place.
8.
Install the cover.
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CaUTion
Cover
Figure 10