As technicians, it would be in your best interest to attend any seminars that are being presented. And, as always, when in doubt, refer to the service manual; it is one of the most valuable tools in your collection.
(FPM) is also a new addition and can be either a standard mechanical or impulse pump used to deliver fuel from the tank to the rest of the fuel system. The modules deliver 39 psi (2.7 bar) system pressure, and the fuel pumps are non-serviceable. Internal check valve holds system pressure after the key switch is turned "off." The modules are engine mounted and must be replaced if a problem is suspected. Note: Warranty will be denied if
tamper-proof mushroom is removed (see Figure 11).
A closed loop system is a little
more costly up front, but over the long haul, the cost savings in fuel, service intervals and less downtime outweigh the initial costs. As technicians, it would be in your best interest to attend any seminars that are being presented. And, as always, when in doubt, refer to the service manual; it is one of the most valuable tools in your collection.
Dave Worden has 40 years of extensive experience in the outdoor
power equipment industry at the dealer, distributor and manufacturer levels. After beginning his
career as a service technician for a dealership, he made the jump to a Central Distributor. There, he continued to work in the service department before he was promoted to educational director, representing Briggs & Stratton, Kohler, MTD and Tecumseh. He then moved up to the manufacturer level, serving as a territory manager for McCulloch Corp., a training specialist for Kohler Co. Engine Division, and a general manager for a manufacturer-owned dealership. In addition to being a contributing writer for OPE magazine, Worden is currently a program director for SkillsUSA.
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