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Figure 64
1. Inner lter
4. Latch
2. Primary lter
5. Air-cleaner body
3. Air-cleaner cover
10. Inspect the primary lter for damage by looking
into the lter , while shining a bright light on the
outside of the lter .
Note: Holes in the lter will appear as bright
spots. If the lter is damaged, discard it.
Servicing the Foam Element
1. W ash the foam element in liquid soap and
warm water . When the element is clean, rinse
it thoroughly .
2. Dry the element by squeezing it in a clean cloth.
Important: Replace the foam element if it
is torn or worn.
Servicing the Paper Element
1. Gently tap the paper element to dislodge dirt.
Note: Do not wash the paper element or use
pressurized air , as this will damage the element.
Note: Replace a dirty , bent, or damaged
element. Handle the new element carefully;
do not use if the sealing surfaces are bent or
damaged.
2. Clean the air-cleaner base as required, and
check the condition.
Installing the Filters
Important: T o prevent engine damage, always
operate the engine with both air lters and the
cover installed.
1. If you are installing new lters, check each lter
for shipping damage.
Note: Do not use a damaged lter .
2. If you are replacing the inner lter , carefully slide
it into the lter body ( Figure 64 ).
3. Carefully slide the primary lter over the safety
lter ( Figure 64 ).
Note: Ensure that the primary lter is fully
seated by pushing on the outer rim while
installing it.
Important: Do not press on the soft, inside
area of the lter .
4. Install the air-cleaner cover and secure the
latches ( Figure 64 ).
Servicing the Engine Oil
Service Interval : Before each use or daily
Every 100 hours (more often in dirty or dusty
conditions).
Every 200 hours —For Kohler engines—change
the engine-oil lter (more often in dirty or dusty
conditions).
Engine-Oil Specications
Oil T ype: Detergent oil (API service SJ or higher)
Oil Capacity: 1.8 L (61 oz) with a lter change;
1.6 L (54 oz) without a lter change
V iscosity: See the table below .
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Figure 65
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