Remove Cooling Shroud and Remove Debris (Z720E and Z730M)

Compressed air can cause debris to fly a long distance.

• Bystanders should avoid work area.

• Wear eye protection when using compressed air for cleaning purposes.

• Reduce compressed air pressure to 210 kPa (30 psi).

To ensure proper cooling, always keep the engine cooling fins and surrounding area clean. Operating the engine with obstructed cooling fins could cause engine damage due to overheating.

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

  2. Allow engine to cool.

  3. Clean external engine surfaces.

  4. Remove air cleaner cover and air filter. (See Checking and Replacing Air Filtration System (Kawasaki Engine) in the SERVICE ENGINE section.)

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    Remove three rivets (A) by prying them up using a flat head screwdriver under the head until it pops up.


  6. Remove the fan screen guard (B).

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    Remove two shroud bracket bolts (C) from the back of the engine.


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    Remove drain hose assembly mounting bolt (D).


  9. Remove dipstick mounting bolt (E) and dipstick housing (F) from engine.

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    Remove two fuel pump bolts (G).


  11. Remove two shroud bracket bolts (H) from the front of the engine.

  12. Lift shroud (I) upward and remove from engine compartment.

  13. Clean debris from:

    • Fan areas
    • Cylinder head
    • Cooling fins
    • Area between engine and frame

  14. Install shroud, fuel pump, dipstick housing, and drain hose assembly respectively.

    Engine shroud must be assembled so that the slots in the shroud align with the ridge in the air intake and mating surfaces along sides of engine. Failure to assemble correctly prevents the air filter from sealing and may cause engine damage.

  15. Install rotating screen guard with three rivets (A). Rivets can be reinstalled by pushing them into the fastened position.

  16. Install air filter and air cleaner cover. (See Checking and Replacing Air Filtration System (Kawasaki Engine) in the SERVICE ENGINE section.)

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