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Section 3 - MAINTENANCE
WARNING
DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance,
service or repairs with the engine running. Stop
engine. Stop blade. Engage parking brake. Remove
key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and
secure away from plug. Engine and components are
HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow all parts to cool
before working on machine. Fuel Filler Cap and Vent
must be closed securely to prevent fuel spillage.
3. Parking Brake Pivot Bushings
a. Make sure fuel cap is on tight. Turn fuel shut
off valve (If equipped) to the “CLOSED” position.
Start engine and allow it to run until engine runs out
of fuel. Close vent on fuel filler cap.
b. Remove key from ignition switch.
c. Remove spark plug wire(s) and secure away
from spark plug(s).
d. Carefully stand YARD CRUISER on rear
bumper.
e. Lubricate both pivot bushings with three shots
general purpose grease from grease gun. See
Figure 3.7
FIGURE 3.7
3.4 SERVICE - ANNUALLY
Perform all maintenance as described in the
maintenance schedule.
3.4.1. Engine
Service engine according to engine owner’s manual.
3.4.2. Air Filter
Refer to engine owner’s manual for service
instructions.
3.4.3. Oil Filter
Refer to engine owner’s manual for service
instructions.
3.4.4. Engine Oil
Refer to engine owner’s manual for service
instructions.
3.4.5. Transaxle
IMPORTANT: DO NOT try to open reservoir cap at
any time. The transaxle is maintenance free. The
transaxle does not require any fluid or any service.
If there is any problem: leakage, malfunction or
etc. return the Yard Cruiser immediately to the
nearest authorized Snapper dealer for service.
3.4.6. Fuel Filter
Service fuel filter as instructed below. Turn key to
“OFF” position. Engine MUST be stopped and MUST
be cold before removing filter. Turn fuel shut off valve
(If equipped) to the “CLOSED” position or perform filter
change when fuel tank and fuel line are empty.
1. Remove hose clamps from fuel filter.
2. Remove fuel lines from filter. Discard filter.
3. Install new fuel filter. Reinstall hose clamps. See
Figure 3.8.
FIGURE 3.8
3.5 STORAGE (OUT OF SEASON)
If desired, the YARD CRUISER can be stored on the
rear bumper. Perform the following procedures to insure
the YARD CRUISER will operate properly when taken
out of storage.
1. Thoroughly clean the YARD CRUISER by
removing all grass clippings and debris.
2. Perform maintenance and lubrication as
described in the previous sections.
3. Drain fuel from fuel tank.
4. Start engine and allow it to run until engine runs
out of fuel. This allows the carburetor and fuel
system to remain clean during storage.
5. Remove battery. Refer to Section “BATTERY
REMOVAL AND STORAGE”.
6. Close vent on fuel filler cap. Remove key.
7. Carefully stand YARD CRUISER on rear bumper
in desired location for storage.
NEW FUEL FILTER
PART NO. 1-4359
HOSE CLAMPS
YARD CRUISER SHOWN WITH
DECK REMOVED. DECK
REMOVAL NOT NECESSARY
FOR LUBRICATION.
LUBRICATE BOTH PIVOT
BUSHINGS