Servicing The Air Filter - Simplicity RDLT Serie Manual Del Usuario

Changing the Oil Filter
For replacement intervals, see the Maintenance Chart.
1. Drain the oil from the engine. See Remove Oil sec-
tion.
2. Remove the oil filter (A, Figure 13) 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 Add Oil section.
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 FULL mark on the dipstick.
Add Oil
• Place engine level.
• Clean the oil fill area of any debris.
• See the Specifications section for oil capacity.
1. Remove the dipstick (A, Figure 4) and wipe with a
clean cloth.
2. Pour the oil slowly into the engine oil fill (C). Do not
overfill. After adding oil, wait one minute and then
check the oil level.
3. Install and tighten the dipstick.
4. Remove the dipstick and check the oil level. It should
be at the FULL mark (B) on the dipstick.
5. Install and tighten the dipstick.
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Servicing the Air Filter

WARNING
Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and
explosive.
Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or
death.
• Never start or run the engine with the air cleaner
assembly or air filter removed.
NOTICE: Do not use pressurized air or solvents to clean
the filter. Pressurized air can damage the filter and sol-
vents will dissolve the filter.
1. Remove the fasteners (A, Figure 14) and the air filter
cover (B).
2. To remove the filter (C), lift the end of the filter and
then pull the filter off the intake (D).
3. To loosen debris, gently tap the filter on a hard sur-
face. 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 on the intake. Push the end of the filter
into the base as shown. Make sure filter fits securely in
the base.
7. Install air filter cover and secure with fasteners.