Simplicity 5200 Series User Manual

Normal Care
Figure 13. Differential Check Plug
A. Check Plug (viewed from underneath)
The fuel filter is located in fuel line between
fuel tank and carburetor. If filter is dirty or
clogged, replace as follows. Place a con¬
tainer below filter to catch spilled gasoline.
1. Using a pliers, open and slide hose
clamps from fuel filter.
2. Remove hoses from filter.
3. Install new filter in proper flow direc
tion in fuel line. Secure by reclamping
with hose clamps. See warning at begin¬
ning of procedure.
CHECKING BATTERY FLUID
1. Raise the seat.
2. Remove filler caps, one at a time.
3. Fluid must be even with split ring full
mark (figure 14). If not, add distilled
water.
CHECKING THE FUEL FILTER
^^ WARNING
Do not remove fuel filter when engine is
hot, as spilled gasoline may ignite. Do
not spread hose clamps further than
necessary. Insure clamps grip hoses firm¬
ly over filter after installation.
4. R einstall filler caps.
CLEANING THE BATTERY & CABLES
A WARNING
Be careful when handling the battery.
Avoid spilling electrolyte. Keep flames
and sparks away from the battery.
WARNING
When removing or installing battery
cables, disconnect the negative cable
FIRST and reconnect it LAST. If not
done in this order, the positive terminal
can be shorted to the frame by a tool.
1. Disconnect the cables from the battery,
negative cable first (figure 14).
Figure 14. Battery
A. Positive Terminal C. Battery Clamp
B. Negative Terminal
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Simplicity 5200 Series Specifications

General

Brand	Simplicity
Model	5200 Series
Category	Tractor
Language	English