Service Air Filter - Snapper 7800979-00 Manual Del Operador

NOTICE
Drain the fuel tank before tipping the machine. DO NOT
tip the machine with the carburetor or spark plug down. Oil
from the crankcase will saturate the air filter and cause the
engine to be hard to start or not start at all. If contamination
does occur, the air filter will have to be replaced.
Change Oil Filter
(If Equipped)
1. Drain the oil from the engine. See Change Engine Oil .
2. Remove the oil filter (B, Figure 16) and dispose of
properly.
3. Before you install the new oil filter, lightly lubricate the oil
filter gasket with fresh, clean oil.
4. Install the oil filter by hand until the gasket contacts the oil
filter adapter, then tighten the oil filter 1/2 to 3/4 turns.
5. Add oil. See Change Engine Oil .
6. Start and run the engine. As the engine warms up, check
for oil leaks.
7. Stop the engine and check the oil level. It should be at the
top of the full indicator on the dipstick.

Service Air Filter

WARNING
Fire Hazard
Never start or run the engine with the air cleaner assembly
(if equipped) or the air filter (if equipped) removed.
NOTICE
Do not use pressurized air or solvents to clean the filter.
Pressurized air can damage the filter and solvents will
dissolve the filter.
1. Remove the fastener (A, Figure 17) and the air filter cover
(B).
2. Remove the pre-cleaner (C) and the filter (D).
3. To loosen debris, gently tap the filter on a hard surface. If
the filter is excessively dirty, replace with a new filter.
4. Wash the pre-cleaner in liquid detergent and water. Then
allow it to thoroughly air dry. Do not oil the pre-cleaner.
5. Assemble the dry pre-cleaner to the filter.
6. Install the filter and pre-cleaner into the base (E). Make
sure filter fits securely in the base.
7. Install air filter cover and secure with fastener. Make sure
the fastener is tight.
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Service Air Filter
See Figure: 18, 19
WARNING
Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and
explosive.
Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or death.
• Never start and run the engine with the air cleaner
assembly (if equipped) or the air filter (if equipped)
removed.
NOTICE Do not use pressurized air or solvents to clean
the filter. Pressurized air can damage the filter and solvents
will dissolve the filter.
See the Maintenance Schedule for service requirements.
Various models use either a foam or a paper filter. Some
models may also have an optional pre-cleaner that can be
washed and reused. Compare the illustrations in this manual
with the type installed on your engine and service as follows.
Foam Air Filter
1. Open the fastener(s) (A, Figure 18).
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