Briggs & Stratton S175X Lawn Mower User Manual


 
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Fuel Filter
This unit is equipped with two fuel filters. One is
a water seperator (A, Figure 19) and the other is a
fuel filter (C). Both filters are located in the engine
compartment on the right side of the engine. The
water separator should be drained every 25 hours
or whenever water is visible in the bowl. Replace
both fuel filters every 500 hours of operation or as
required.
To Replace the Fuel Filter:
NOTE: Fuel filter is replaced as an assembly only.
The filter element is not replaceable separately.
1. Turn the engine off, set the parking brake, remove
the ignition key, and wait for all moving parts to
stop.
2. Allow the engine and surrounding areas to cool to
room temperature.
3. Close both fuel tank shut off valves (See Figure 2
for location).
4. Open the hood to gain access to the fuel
filter. The fuel filter is located in the engine
compartment on the right side of the engine.
5. Place an absorbant cloth below the filter to catch
any spilled fuel.
6. Loosen the hose clamps that secure the hoses to
the fuel filter.
7. Remove the hoses from the filter.
8. Install the new filter in the proper flow direction in
the fuel line.
9. Secure with the hose clamps and wipe up any
spilled fuel.
10. Reopen the fuel tank shut off valves when
complete.
To Drain the Water Separator:
Refer to engine owners manual for specific water
seperator service procedures.
C
B
A
Figure 19. Replacing the Fuel Filter
A. Water Seperator
B. Fuel Pump
C. Fuel Filter
Regular Maintenance
Service Air Filter
Refer to the engine owner’s manual for specific air
filter service procedures.
Not for
Reproduction