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PRINTED IN U.S.A.
CHECKING THE BATTERY
The battery furnished in the machine is a 12-volt, wet-
cell battery.
The top of the battery must always be kept clean. Clean
the battery with a brush dipped in an alkaline solution
(ammonia or baking soda and water). After the foam-
ing has stopped, flush the top of the battery with clean
water. If the terminals and cable connection clamps are
corroded or have a buildup, disconnect the cables and
clean the terminals and clamps with the same alkaline
solution. Wash hands after handling the battery.
IMPORTANT:
Filtration of oils is critical to proper
lubrication. Always change the filter with every oil
change.
3. Apply a thin coat of
clean engine oil to
the new oil filter at
the inner (A) and
outer (B) seals and to
the filter threads.
4. Wipe both sealing
surfaces of the
filter header (C,
D) with a clean
cloth. Ensure
keys in the dust
seal (E) are
p r o p e r l y
installed in the
slots in the
housing. Replace dust seal if damaged.
5. Install and tighten oil filter by hand until firmly
against dust seal (E). DO NOT apply an extra 3/4
to 1-1/4 turn after gasket contact is made, as is
done with standard filters.
6. Clean and re-install the drain plug.
7. Re-fill the crankcase with new oil. Follow specifi-
cations in the
Lubrication
chapter for type and vis-
cosity of new oil.
8. After new oil has been added, run the engine at idle
speed until the oil pressure lamp is off. Check for
leaks at the filter and drain plug.
CHECK OPEN CRANKCASE VENT
Check and replace as necessary any worn, cracked,
leaking, or bulging hoses. Check clamps for good ten-
sion on all hose ends.
WARNING
Explosive gas is produced while a battery is in
use or being charged. Keep flames or sparks
away from the battery area. Make sure battery
is charged in a well-ventilated area.
NEVER lay a metal object on top of a battery
as a short circuit can result.
Battery acid is harmful on contact with skin or
fabrics. If acid spills, follow these first aid tips:
1. IMMEDIATELY remove any clothing on
which acid spilled.
2. If acid contacted the skin, rinse the affect-
ed area with running water for 10 to 15
minutes.
3. If acid came in contact with the eyes, flood
the eyes with running water for 10 to 15
minutes. See a doctor at once. NEVER use
any medication or eye drops unless pre-
scribed by the doctor.
Engine Oil
Filter
Open
Crankcase Vent
