Craftsman 917258671 lawn tractor

User Manual - Page 20

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CUSTOMER
SIBILITIES
IMPORTANT: PETROLEUM SOLVENTS, SUCH AS
KEROSENE, ARE NOT TO BE USED TO CLEAN THE
CARTRIDGE. THEY MAY CAUSE DETERIORATION OF
THE CARTRIDGE, DO NOT OIL CARTRIDGE° DO NOT
USE PRESSURIZED AIR TO CLEAN OR DRY
CARTRIDGE.
KNOB
FOAM
PR
PLATE
AIR SCREEN
CARTRIDGE
FIG. 17
ENGINE COOLING FINS (See Fig. 18)
Remove any dust, dirt or oil from engine cooting fins to
prevent engine damage from overheating°Air guide covers
must be removed., Remove side panels and hood (See "TO
REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY" in the Service
and Adjustments section of this manual)._
ENGINE
COOL|NG FINS
AIR GUIDE COVER (BOTH SIDES]
MUFFLER
inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if
equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage.
SPARK PLUGS
Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing
season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever
occurs first, Spark pfug type and gap setting are shown in
"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual..
IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 19)
The fue! filter should be replacedonce each season,, iffuel
filter becomes clogged, obstructingfuel flow to carburetor,
replacement is required.
* With engine coo], remove filter and plug fuel line
sections_
. Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line with arrow
pointing towards carburetor.
. Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clamps are
properly positioned..
o Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline°
CLA_LAMP
FUEL / \ /'j/ /
FILTER -
FIGo 19
CLEANING
Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etco of all foreign
matter.
Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline,
oil, etc..
= Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax.
We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your
tractor unless the electrical system, muffler, air filter and
carburetor are covered to keep water ouL Water in engine
can result in a shortened engine life.
FIG. 18
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