Snapper RE110 Operater's Manual - Page 23

Maintenance ! WARNING In addition to regular maintenance, the following ! components of the Rear Engine Rider should be carefully DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or repairs with the engine running. STOP engine. STOP blade. Engage parking brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure away from plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow all parts to cool before working on machine. Fuel Filler Cap must be closed securely to prevent fuel spillage. inspected regularly for wear or damage. 1. All bushings and pivot areas. 2. Check both front wheel king pins. 3. Transmission shift lever and detent. 4. Clutch disc. 5. Clutch yoke. 6. Mower deck linkage and pivot areas. Replace worn or damaged parts. Use only factory authorized Engine replacement parts or like parts when making repairs. Perform all maintenance as specified in the Maintenance Chart in this manual. Storage (Out of Season) If desired, the Rear Engine Rider can be stored on the rear Fuel Filter bumper. Perform the following procedures to insure the Rear Engine Rider will operate properly when taken out of storage. IMPORTANT: Service the fuel filter on a COLD ENGINE 1. Thoroughly clean the Rear Engine Rider by removing all ONLY! grass clippings and debris. 1. Drain the fuel from the fuel tank. 2. Start the engine and allow it to run until the engine runs r n out of fuel. 3. Remove the hose clamps (B, Figure 30) from the fuel fo tio filter (A). 4. Remove the fuel lines from the filter. Discard the filter. 5. Install a new fuel filter. t c 6. Carefully reinstall the fuel clamps. 7. Check the fuel system for leaks. 2. Perform maintenance and lubrication as required. 3. Drain the fuel from the fuel tank. 4. Start the engine and allow it to run until the engine runs out of fuel. This allows the carburetor and fuel system to remain clean during storage. 5. Remove and store the battery. Refer to the Section entitled "BATTERY STORAGE". 6. Carefully stand the Rear Engine Rider on its rear bumper in the desired location for storage. No du C IMPORTANT oTo avoid damaging the emissions system: r • Do not overfill the fuel tank. Stop filling the tank when B fuel collects in the filler neck. p • Empty the fuel tank before standing the machine on its rear bumper. ReA Figure 30: Replacing the fuel filter 23