Craftsman 917.272420 - Manual (Page 22)

3. Apply a thin coating of new engine oil
to the rubber gasket on replacement
oil filter.
4. Install replacement oil filter on filter
adapter. Turn oil filter clockwise until
rubber gasket contacts the filter
adapter, then tighten filter an addi­
tional 1/2 turn,
5. Fill crankcase with new oil (See ‘TO
CHANGE ENGINE OIL” in this section
of this manual). For approximate
capacity see “PRODUCT SPECIFICA­
TIONS" section of this manual.
6. Start the engine and check for oil
leaks. Correct any leaks before
placing engine into full operation.
IN-LINE FUEL FILTER
The fuel filter should be replaced once
each season. If fuel filler becomes
clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carbure­
tor, replacement is required.
1. With engine cool, remove filter and
plug fuel line sections.
2. Place new fuel filter in position in fue
line with arrow pointing towards
carburetor.
3. Be sure there are no fuel line leaks
and clamps are properly positioned.
4. Immediately wipe up any spilled
gasoline.
Clamp
Clamr
Fuel Filter
CLEANING
• Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc
of all foreign matter.
• Keep finished surfaces and wheels fn
of all gasoline, oil, etc.
• Protect painted surfaces with automo­
tive 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 out
Water in engine can result in a shortenet
engine life.
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