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Section 11
Reassembly
Figure 11-81. Reinstalled Fuel Pump.
2. Install the fuel pump using the two hex flange
screws. Torque the screws to 2.3 N·m (20 in. lb.).
Figure 11-83. Installing Fuel Line (Commercial
Mower Shown).
Install Air Cleaner Assembly
Refer to Section 4 for the air cleaner reassembly
procedure.
Standard Air Cleaners
1. Connect the breather hose and attach the breather
separator to the valve cover. Position the hose in
the cutout of the blower housing (later models).
See Figure 11-84.
Plastic-Cased
Pulse Fuel Pump
Metal-Cased
Pulse Fuel Pump
Install Fuel Pump
WARNING: Explosive Fuel!
Gasoline may be present in the carburetor and fuel system.
Gasoline is extremely flammable and its vapors can explode
if ignited. Keep sparks and other sources of ignition away
from the engine.
1. Install the fuel pump and lines as an assembly.
Connect the pulse line to the crankcase vacuum
fitting. See Figures 11-81 and 11-82.
NOTE: Fuel pumps may be made of metal or
plastic. If a new fuel pump is being
installed, make sure the orientation of
the new pump is consistent with the
removed pump. Internal damage may
occur if installed incorrectly.
Figure 11-82. Install Pulse Line.
3. Connect the fuel lines. See Figure 11-83.