Maintenance Section
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Element”.
5.
Clean the inside of air cleaner housing and the
cover. Inspect all connections between the air
cleaner and carburetor. Check intake hose for
cracks, damage necessary to prevent leakage.
NOTICE
Do not allow dirty air to enter the intake hose when
cleaning the inside of the air cleaner housing.
6.
Check the air cleaner housing for loose latches.
7.
Reset the air cleaner service indicator.
8.
Install the air filter element.
9.
Install the cover and tighten the cover latches.
10.
Start the engine and observe the position of the
indicator. If the indicator shows RED after the
installation of the primary element, install another
clean or a new element or, replace the
secondary element. See topic, “Air Intake
System-Change” in “Every 500 Service Hours or
3 months section
11.
Stop the engine and close the hood and seat
assembly.
Cleaning Primary Filter Elements
WARNING
Pressure air can cause personal injury.
When using pressure air for cleaning, wear a
protective face shield, protective clothing and
protective shoes.
The maximum air pressure must be below 205
kPa (30 psi) for cleaning purposes.
NOTICE
Do not clean the elements by bumping or tapping
them.
Inspect filter elements after cleaning. Do not use a
filter with damaged pleats, gaskets or seals.
When cleaning with pressure air, use 205 kPa (30
psi) maximum pressure to prevent filter element
damage.
When cleaning with pressure water, use 280 kPa (40
psi) maximum pressure to prevent filter element
damage.
Have spare elements on hand to use while cleaning
used elements.
The primary element should be replaced
after 3
months service. In case of harsh application having
lots of dirt, please clean and replace the primary
element more often.
Air-205 kPa (30 psi) Maximum Pressure
Direct air on the inside and outside of the element
along the length of the pleats. Check the element for
any tears, rips or damage
Water-280kPa (40 psi) Maximum Pressure
Direct water on the inside and outside of the element
along the length of the pleats. Air dry it thoroughly
and then examine it.
Detergent
1.
Wash the element in warm water and mild
household detergent.
2.
Rinse the element with clean water.
3.
See instructions in preceding topic for cleaning
with water.
4.
Air dry it thoroughly, and then examine it.
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