Operating Guide

REV P 4-6 604856
IMPORTANT: All oil drips or spills must be cleaned off
of the engine plate and exhaust system before operat-
ing the machine.
Engine Air Filter
These mowers come equipped with two different styles of
air filters; integrated or canister. The required servicing for
these two filter types is different from one to the other. Refer
to the following for the one appropriate for your mower.
Integrated Type
Perform engine air filter maintenance per the Maintenance
Schedule shown elsewhere in this manual. Figure 4-12,
Figure 4-13 & Figure 4-14
Canister Type
Perform engine air filter maintenance per the Maintenance
Schedule shown elsewhere in this manual.
A specially designed dry filter is standard equipment on
these mowers and supplies clean combustion air to the
engine. Figure 4-15
Recommended Service Procedure
1. Release clamps and remove element. Clean the air
cleaner canister with a damp cloth.
2. Before installing a new element, inspect it by placing a
bright light inside and rotating the element slowly,
looking for any holes or tears in the paper. Also check
gaskets for cuts or tears. Do not attempt to use a dam-
Kohler engines
A. Oil drain hose B. Oil drain valve
Figure 4-10
Briggs & Stratton engines
A. Oil drain hose
B. Engine bracket
C. Hose cap
Figure 4-11
A
B
A
B
C
Kawasaki engine
A. Air filter cover
Figure 4-12
Kohler engine
A. Air filter cover
Figure 4-13
A
A