MTD 24640-7 User Manual
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HOSE CLAMPS
Check the hose clamps on the bottom of the pump
for proper tightness before each use. See figure 14.
lose clamps on the return hose should be checked
once a season. See figure 15.
FIGURE 14
FIGURE 15
OIL RESERVOIR
It is important to keep the oil clean in the reservoir
tank. Replace with 4-1/2 gallons of 10W 30 HD only
detergent oil if contaminated (e.g. water in tank).
BREATHER CAP
Clean breather cap when dirty. See figure 4.
A. Wash breather in detergent and water.
B. Air dry.
C.
Lubricate with one tablespoon of 10W 30 oil.
STRAINER TUBE ASSEMBLY
If the ram does not move back and forth smoothly
the strainer tube assembly may be clogged.
To clean follow these steps.
A. Remove your engine bolts and lockwashers.
See figure 16.
HOSE
CLAMP
FIGURE 16
B. Loosen hose clamps (either one) on the bottom
of the pump.
C. Lift engine and pump assembly and rotate to
one side. See figure 16.
D. With a wrench, remove strainer tube assembly.
See figure 17.
FIGURE 17