Fuel filter, Awarning, Air cleaner – Craftsman 247.28933 User Manual
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SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
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
AWARNING
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.
Before replacing the fuel filter, drain the fuel tank or close the fuel
shut-off valve. Otherwise, fuel can leak out and cause a tire or
explosion.
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
3.
Check the fuel lines for cracks or leaks. Replace it necessary.
4.
Replace the fuel filter with an original equipment replacement
filter.
5.
Secure the fuel lines with the clamps.
Air Cleaner
AWARNING
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.
A CAUTION
Do not use pressurized air or solvents to clean the air cleaner
cartridge.
Remove the air filter cover.
To remove the air filter, lift the end of the filter. See Figure 10.
Cover
A
Pre-cleaner
Filter
6
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7.
Figure 10
Remove the pre-cleaner from the filter.
To loosen debris, gently tap the filter on a hard surface. If the filter
is excessively dirty, replace with a new filter.
Wash the pre-cleaner in liquid detergent and water. Allow It to
thoroughly air dry. Do not oil the pre-cleaner.
Assemble the dry pre-cleaner to the filter.
Install the filter into the engine base and push down until the filter
snaps in place.
Install the cover.
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