5.4
Servicing the Air Cleaner
Background A dirty air filter element can restrict air flowing into the carburetor. To keep the
carburetor in good working conditions, service the air filter element periodically. If
operating the engine in extremely dusty area, the job should be done more often.
WARNING
Explosion hazard and fire hazard.
► Do not clean the air filter element with gasoline or low-flash point detergents.
NOTICE: Do not run the engine without an air filter element; doing so will damage
the engine.
Procedure Perform the procedure below to service the air filter element.
1.
Remove air cleaner cover (a) by removing the two screws . Remove foam (b)
and paper (c) filter elements and inspect for holes or tears. Replace damaged
elements
2.
Wash foam element (b) in solution of mild detergent and warm water or clean
with non-flammable solvent. Rinse thoroughly in clean water. Allow element to
dry thoroughly. DO NOT put oil on the foam filter element.
3.
Tap paper element (c) several times on a hard surface or blow compressed air.
DO NOT try to brush off dirt. Replace paper element if it appears heavily soiled.
4.
Wipe the dirt from the inside of the air cleaner housing and cover using a moist
rag. BE CAREFUL to prevent dirt fromentering the air chamber that leads to the
carburetor.
5.
Re-install the filter elements and cover to the air cleaner housing. Tighten
screws securely
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