FUEL
AND LUBRICATION SYSTEM 5-11
CLEANING
A
WARNING
Some carburetor cleaning chemicals, especially dip-
type
soaking solutions, are very corrosive and must
be handled carefully. Always
follow
the chemical
manufacturer's instructions on proper use, handling
and storage.
•
Clean
all
jets with
a
spray-type carburetor cleaner and
dry
them using compressed air.
•
Clean
all
circuits
of
the carburetor thoroughly
-
not just the
perceived problem area.
Clean
the
circuits
in
the carburetor
body
with
a
spray-type cleaner.
If
necessary, soak each
cir-
cuit
in
a
dip-type cleaning solution to loosen
dirt
and varnish.
Dry the carburetor body using compressed air.
A
CAUTIOINT
Do not use wire to clean the jets or passageways. If
wire is
used,
the jets and passageways may become
damaged. If the components cannot be cleaned
with
a
spray-type cleaner it may be necessary to soak the
components in a
dip-type
cleaning solution. Always
follow
the chemical manufacturer's instructions for
proper use and cleaning of the carburetor compo-
nents.
•
After cleaning, reassemble the carburetor
with
new O-rings.
ACAUTIOINr
Replace
the removed O-rings
with
new ones.
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