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6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
GX460_OM_OM60R28E_(GE)
Check the air cleaner filter as follows:
Release the clips.
Lift the cover and take out the air
cleaner filter.
Inspect the outer surface of the filter, and replace the filter if it is extremely
dirty. If the filter is just moderately dusty, use compressed air to blow dust out
of the filter.
Air cleaner filter
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■ To prevent inhaling dust
Wear a respirator when using compressed air to clean the air cleaner filter.
■ To prevent damaging the engine
Do not drive with the air cleaner filter removed. Doing so causes excessive engine
wear.