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CA806
Cleaning Flame Arrestor and Related
Components
WARNING
Avoid gasoline fire or explosion. Gasoline is extremely flam-
mable and highly explosive under certain conditions. Be care-
ful when cleaning flame arrestor and crankcase ventilation
hoses: Be sure that ignition is OFF. DO NOT smoke or allow
sources of spark or open flame in area when cleaning flame
arrestor and crankcase ventilation hoses.
1 Remove flame arrestor and related components.
2 Clean flame arrestor in solvent. Blow dry with compressed air or
allow to air dry completely.
WARNING
Avoid gasoline fire or explosion. Gasoline is extremely flam-
mable and highly explosive under certain conditions. NEVER
use gasoline as a cleaning solvent.
3 Clean crankcase ventilation hoses in solvent. Blow dry with
compressed air or allow to air dry completely.
4 Inspect crankcase ventilation hoses for cracks or deterioration
and replace if necessary.
5 Reinstall flame arrestor and related components in reverse order.
6 Tighten flame arrestor nut securely.