Workman 2100/2110Page 3 – 8Briggs & Stratton Gasoline Engine
Service Air Cleaner
Note: Perform this maintenance procedure at the in-
terval specified in the Operator’s Manual or Chapter 2
– Product Records and Maintenance.
1. Park machine on a level surface, stop engine, en-
gage parking brake, and remove key from the ignition
switch.
2. Raise bed and support with prop rod (see Operator’s
Manual).
3. Check air cleaner body and hoses for damage which
could possibly cause an air leak. Replace air cleaner
body if damaged.
4. Release latches securing the air cleaner cover to the
air cleaner body. Separate cover from the body. Clean
inside of air cleaner cover.
5. Gently slide filter out of the air cleaner body to reduce
the amount of dust dislodged. Avoid knocking filter
against the air cleaner body.
IMPORTANT: Do not wash or reuse a damaged filter.
6. Inspect filter. Discard filter if damaged.
7. Clean filter element using either the washing method
or compressed air method:
Washing Method
A. Prepare a solution of filter cleaner and water.
Soak filter element for about 15 minutes. Refer to
directions on the filter cleaner carton for complete in-
formation.
IMPORTANT: Maximum water pressure must not
exceed 40 psi to prevent damage to the filter ele-
ment.
B. After soaking the filter for 15 minutes, rinse it with
clear water. Rinse filter from the clean side to the dirty
side.
IMPORTANT: Do not use a light bulb to dry the filter
element because damage could result.
C. Dry filter element using warm, flowing air that
does not to exceed 160
o
F (71
o
C), or allow element to
air–dry.
Compressed Air Method
CAUTION
Use eye protection such as goggles when using
compressed air.
IMPORTANT: Maximum air pressure must not ex-
ceed 100 psi to prevent damage to the element.
A. Blow compressed air from the inside to the out-
side of the dry filter element.
B. Keep air hose nozzle at least 2 inches (5 cm) from
the filter. Move nozzle up and down while rotating the
filter element. Inspect for holes and tears by looking
through the filter toward a bright light.
8. If filter element is being replaced, inspect new filter
for shipping damage. Check sealing end of the filter. Do
not install a damaged filter.
9. Insert new (or cleaned) filter correctly into the air
cleaner body. Make sure filter is sealed properly by ap-
plying pressure to the outer rim of the filter when instal-
ling. Do not press on the flexible center of the filter.
10.Reinstall cover and secure latches.
Figure 9
1. Air cleaner latches
2. Cover
3. Filter element
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