MAINTENANCE
2.16
FUEL SYSTEM
W ARNING
Gasoline is extremely flammable and explosive under certain conditions.
Always stop the engine and refuel outdoors or in a well ventilated area.
Do not smoke or allow open flames or sparks in or near the area where refueling is performed or where
gasoline is stored.
Do not overfill the tank. Do not fill the tank neck.
If you get gasoline in your eyes or if you swallow gasoline, see your doctor immediately.
Ifyouspillgasolineonyourskinorclothing,immediatelywashitoffwithsoapandwaterandchangeclothing.
Neverstarttheengineorlet itruninanenclosedarea. Gasolinepoweredengineexhaustfumes arepoison-
ous and can cause loss of consciousness and death in a short time.
Never drain the float bowl when the engine is hot. Severe burns may result.
FUEL LINES
1. Check fuel lines for signs of wear, deterioration,
damage or leakage. Replace if necessary.
2. Besurefuellinesarerouted properlyandsecuredwith
cableties. CAUTION: Makesure linesare notkinked
or pinched.
3. Replace all fuel lines every two years.
VENT LINES
1. Check fuel tank, oil tank, carburetor , battery and
transmissionventlinesforsignsofwear,deterioration,
damage or leakage. Replace every two years.
2. Be sure vent lines are routed properly and secured
with cable ties. CAUTION: Make sure lines are not
kinked or pinched.
FUEL FILTER
The fuel filter should be replaced in accordance with the
Periodic Maintenance Chart or whenever sediment is vis-
ible in the filter .
1. Shut off fuel supply at fuel valve.
2. Remove line clamps at both ends of the filter.
3. Remove fuel lines from filter .
4. Install new filter and clamps onto fuel lines with arrow
pointed in direction of fuel flow.
5. Install clamps on fuel line.
6. T urn fuel valve ON.
7. Start engine and inspect for leaks.
8. Reinstall fuel tank.
Arrow Indicates Direction
of Flow
To Carburetor
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