Craftsman 247.28902 - Manual (Page 21)

SERVICE AND MAINTENANC
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To Drain the fuel:
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Locate the fuel filter, which is routed on the left side of the engine
between the fuel tank and the carburetor, and may be attached to
the engine with a tie strap. Cut the tie strap, it present, then pinch
the in-line clamp on the fuel filter with a pair of pliers, slide the
clamp up the fuel line. Pull the fuel line free from the filter and place
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Air Cleaner
The air filter system uses a cylindrical cartridge. This model also
includes a pre-cleaner that can be washed and reused.
1. Remove the fasteners (A) and the air filter cover (B). See Figure
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2. To remove the filter (C), lift the end of the filter and then pull the
filter off the intake (D).
3. Remove the pre-cleaner (E), it equipped, 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. Then 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 on the intake. Push the end of the filter into the
base as shown. Make sure filter fits securely in the base.
8. Install air filter cover and secure with fasteners.
the open end of the line into an approved container to drain the fuel.
To change the fuel filter:
1. Use pliers to squeeze the tabs on the other clamp (the out-line
side of the fuel filter), then slide the clamp away from the fuel filter.
Twist and pull the fuel line off of the fuel filter. See Figure 11.
2. Check the fuel lines for cracks or leaks. Replace if necessary.
3. Replace the fuel filter with an original equipment replacement
filter. Call 1-800-4-MY-HOME® to purchase the original equip­
ment replacement filter.
4. Secure the fuel lines with the clamps.
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