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S205 Skid-Steer Loader
Operation & Maintenance Manual 92
SPARK ARRESTOR MUFFLER
Cleaning Procedure
See your SERVICE SCHEDULE for service the interval
for cleaning the spark arrestor muffler. (See SERVICE
SCHEDULE on Page 65.)
Do not operate the loader with a defective exhaust
system.
IMPORTANT
This loader is factory equipped with a spark arrestor
muffler. It is necessary to do maintenance on this
spark arrestor muffler to keep it in working condition.
The spark arrestor muffler must be serviced by
dumping the spark chamber every 100 hours of
operation.
If this machine is operated on flammable forest,
brush or grass covered land, it must be equipped
with a spark arrestor attached to the exhaust system
and maintained in working order.
Make reference to local laws and regulations for
spark arrestor requirements.
I-2022-0595
Stop the engine. Open the rear door and raise the rear
grill.
Figure 167
Remove the plug (1) [Figure 167] from the bottom of the
muffler.
WARNING
When the engine is running during service, the
steering levers must be in neutral and the parking
brake engaged. Failure to do so can cause injury or
death.
W-2006-0284
Start the engine and run for about 10 seconds while a
second person, wearing safety glasses, holds a piece of
wood over the outlet of the muffler.
This will force contaminants out through the cleanout
hole.
Stop the engine.
Install and tighten the plug.
Lower the rear grill and close the rear door.
WARNING
When an engine is running in an enclosed area, fresh
air must be added to avoid concentration of exhaust
fumes. If the engine is stationary, vent the exhaust
outside. Exhaust fumes contain odorless, invisible
gases which can kill without warning.
W-2050-1285
WARNING
Stop engine and allow the muffler to cool before
cleaning the spark chamber. Wear safety goggles.
Failure to obey can cause serious injury.
W-2011-1285
WARNING
Never use machine in atmosphere with explosive
dust or gases or where exhaust can contact
flammable material. Failure to obey warnings can
cause injury or death.
W-2068-1285
P-48476
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