Troy-Bilt 13096 - Manual (Page 25)

Maintenance (continued)
filter service information. Before replacing
filter, drain fuel tank by running engine
until unit stops.
Air Cleaner
Improper air cleaner maintenance can
cause engine damage.
Service schedules and cleaning
instructions are the same for all engines,
even though air cleaner designs may differ
(Figs. 6-8 & 6-9).
SERVICE SCHEDULE:
Outer foam pre-cleaner: Wash and re-oil
every 25 operating hours or every season,
whichever occurs first.
Fig. 6-8 Model 13099 Fig.6-9
Models 13095,
13096 & 13097
AIR CLEANER SERVICING (Figs. 6-8 & 6-
9)
• Unhook clips (C) and/or remove knobs
(D). Remove covers (E). Lift out paper
cartridge (B) and foam pre-cleaner (A).
Separate foam pre-cleaner from paper
cartridge.
• Wash foam pre-cleaner (A) in liquid
detergent and warm water. Squeeze dry in
a clean cloth.
• Saturate foam pre-cleaner in clean
engine oil. Wrap in clean, absorbent cloth
and squeeze to remove all excess engine
oil.
• Clean or replace paper cartridge (B) if
necessary. To clean; Tap gently against a
flat surface. If very dirty, replace.
• Reassemble air cleaner components.
Tighten knobs (D) securely. Clip cover
assembly (E) onto air cleaner body.
Carburetor
The carburetor is adjusted at the factory.
It should not need to be reset. If a black
exhaust is noted, check the air cleaner
first. An over-rich mixture is usually
caused by a poorly serviced or clogged air
cleaner element, not an improperly
adjusted carburetor. If readjustment is
necessary, refer to engine manual or
contact your dealer for servicing.
Battery
Remove battery cables before removing
battery. Remove negative (-) cable first,
then positive (+) cable. Always check
polarity of battery terminals. Make sure
battery is not reversed. Negative (-) cable
is ground.
Charge at 2 amps until specific gravity
reading is 1.265 to 1.275. Charging may
take several hours.
Inner paper cartridge: Clean or replace
every 100 operating hours or every
season, whichever occurs first.
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