Periodic Service
10-11
■ Cleaning air cleaner primary element
1. Remove the air cleaner cover and primary
element.
2. Remove the sponge material from its
frame.
3. Wash the sponge material gently but
thoroughly in solvent.
4. Squeeze the excess solvent out of the
sponge material and let it dry.
5.
6.
Inspect the sponge material and replace it
if damaged.
Thoroughly apply foam air filter oil or other
quality liquid foam air filter oil (not spray
type) to the sponge material.
7. Re-install the air filter element.
8. Install the air filter case cover and be sure
the crankcase breather hose is connected.
① Air filter element
① Air filter element ② Locating pad
① Holder(×6) ② Air filter cover
IMPORTANT
The air filter uses a dry element. Never
apply oil.
Do not ru
n the engine with air filter
removed.
Be sure to install cover properly prior to
operation. Improperly secured cover
will allow dirt and air into engine causing
idle issues and potentially damage engine.
◆ Air Filter Cover
Open the air filter cover once a week under
ordinary conditions –or daily when used in a
dusty place-to get rid of large particles of dust
and dirt.
Check fuel line and fuel filter.