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Installing the Spark Plugs
1. Install the spark plugs and the metal washer. Ensure
that the air gap is set correctly.
2. Tighten the spark plugs to 22 N-m (16 ft-lb).
3. Connect the wires to the spark plugs
Fuel System
Maintenance
Servicing the Fuel System
(Figure
33).
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
• Never smoke when draining gasoline, and stay
Draining the Fuel Tank
1. Park the machine on a level surface to ensure that the
2. Close the fuel-shutoff valve at the fuel tank
3. Squeeze the ends of the hose clamp together and slide
4. Pull the fuel line off the fuel filter
5. Open the fuel-shutoff valve and allow the gasoline to
6. Install the fuel line onto the fuel filter. Slide the hose
1. Fuel-shutoff valve
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DANGER
engine is cold. Do this outdoors in an open area.
Wipe up any gasoline that spills.
away from an open flame or where a spark may
ignite the gasoline fumes.
fuel tank drains completely; then disengage the power
take-off (PTO), set the parking brake, and turn the
ignition key to the Off position. Remove the key.
it up the fuel line away from fuel filter
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. Refer to
Fuel Filter (page
30).
clamp close to the valve to secure the fuel line.
Figure 34
(Figure
(Figure
34).
(Figure
34).
Replacing the
2. Clamp
34).
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