Replacing Fuel Filter

Fuel vapors are explosive and flammable:

  • Do not smoke while handling fuel.
  • Keep fuel away from flames or sparks.
  • Shut off engine before servicing.
  • Cool engine before servicing.
  • Work in a well-ventilated area.
  • Clean up spilled fuel immediately.

  1. Park the machine safely. (See Parking Safely in SAFETY.)

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    Locate the fuel filter (A) under machine next to fuel tank (B).


  3. Place a drain pan or cloth under fuel lines to catch any fuel left in lines.

  4. Loosen red clamp (C) and remove fuel filter from short fuel line. Lower fuel filter toward drain pan to drain excess fuel.

  5. Loosen black clamp (D) and remove fuel filter from fuel line.

  6. Incorrect installation of fuel filter may cause engine damage. Install the filter with the arrow pointing in the direction of fuel flow (towards the engine) for proper operation.

    Install new filter making sure filter arrow is pointed in the direction of fuel flow (towards the engine).

  7. Connect hoses to filter and secure with clamps.

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