Walker Model MS (13 HP) Owner's Manual

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Maintenance Instructions CLEANING50IMPORTANT: Service the fuel filter screen only in aclean area where the fuel filter components will notbe contaminated by any dust and dirt.1. Close the fuel shut-off valve.2. Loosen sediment bowl and remove filter screenand gasket. Replace filter screen, if damaged(use only Kawasaki replacement filter #49019-2095).3. Remove any sediment, wipe clean and reinstallassembly.4. Open the fuel shut-off valve.Engine Cooling SystemAir Intake ScreenTo prevent engine overheating and possible enginedamage, clean grass clippings, chaff, and dirt fromthe rotating engine air intake screen after every 8hours of operation. In certain mowing conditions(dry grass, leaves, tree “cotton”, etc.) it may be nec-essary to check and clean this area several timeseach day to prevent engine overheating.Engine Air Intake ScreenCylinder Head Cooling FinsIt is essential for performance and longevity of theair-cooled engine to keep the cylinder head coolingfins clean and free of obstruction. After every 8hours of operation, check the performance of thecooling system by starting the engine, holding ahand adjacent to the cylinder head, and feeling thecooling airflow. If there is little or no airflow, clean thecooling fins as follows:NOTE: The planned maintenance schedule callsfor cleaning the cylinder head cooling fins yearly orevery 300 hours as a minimum.Cooling System AirflowDANGERGasoline is extremely flammable and canbe highly explosive. To minimize danger:• Use an approved fuel container for gas-oline.• DO NOT allow open flames or sparkswhile performing maintenance or refuel-ing; DO NOT smoke while working withfuel.• Wipe up spilled gasoline immediatelyand completely.CAUTIONOperating the engine with a blocked airintake screen, dirty or plugged coolingfins, and/or cooling shrouds removed willcause engine damage from overheating.DANGERMake sure to keep hands clear of exhaustpipe, muffler, and moving parts whenchecking airflow.RotatingEngine AirIntake ScreenCheck for AirflowCylinder HeadShroud