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1.
Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other
sources of ignition.
2.
Use only an approved gasoline container.
3.
Never remove the gas cap or add fuel with the
engine running. Allow the engine to completely cool
before fueling.
4.
Never fuel the machine indoors or in an enclosed
trailer.
5.
Never store the machine or fuel container where
there is an open flame, spark or pilot light such as on
a water heater or other appliances.
6.
Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck
or trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always place
containers on the ground away from your vehicle
before filling.
7.
Remove the machine from the truck or trailer and
fuel on the ground. If this is not possible, then refuel
the machine with a portable container, rather than
from a gasoline dispenser nozzle.
8.
Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of fuel tank
or container opening at all times until fueling is
complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open device.
9.
If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing
immediately and wash affected skin.
10.
Replace gas cap and tighten securely.
B. REPLACING IN-LINE FUEL FILTER
ELEMENTS
WARNING
Fuel System from the fuel pump to the engine is
under high pressure. The fuel system after the fuel
pump must be serviced by an Authorized Scag
Power Equipment Dealer only.
The engine fuel filter should be replaced after every 500
hours of operation or annually, whichever occurs first. See
Figure 7-6.
1.
Close the shut-off valve.
2.
Remove the two clamps securing the fuel filter to the
fuel hose. Remove the fuel filter.
3.
Install a new fuel filter. Be sure it is installed in the
proper direction. Secure to the fuel hose using the
two clamps.
4.
Open the fuel shut-off valve.
Fuel Filter
(with high pressure
hose clamps above
and below)
Figure 7-6.
7.6
ENGINE AIR CLEANER
A. CLEANING AND/OR REPLACING AIR
CLEANER ELEMENT
For any air cleaner, the operating environment dictates
the air cleaner service periods. Inspect and clean the air
cleaner element after every 100 hours of operation or
bi-weekly, whichever occurs first and replace the element
if required. See Engine Owner's Manual for service
information.
In extremely dusty conditions it may be necessary
to check the element once or twice daily to prevent
engine damage.
1.
Unhook the clamps securing the air cleaner cover to
the air filter canister. Remove the air cleaner cover
and set aside.
2.
Remove the air cleaner and inspect.
3.
Clean or replace the air cleaner and foam
pre-cleaner as recommended by the engine
manufacturer.
4.
Replace the air cleaner cover and be sure to snap
the latches closed.
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Fuel Filter
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