How To Service The Air Filter
Replace the air filter every 50 hours; more often in
dusty or dirty conditions,
CAUT,O.
Do not use pressurized air oi solvents to clean the I
fi!ter, Pressurized air can damage the filter and
solvents will dissolve the filter.
1 Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark
plug.
2 Remove screw (A) as illustrated in Figure 20.
3 Carefully remove the air cleaner to prevent dirt
from falling into carburetor.
4 Take the air cleaner apart and clean all parts. If the
filter (B) is very dirty or damaged, replace it with a
new filter.
NOTE: Wash the filter in liquid detergent
and
water, Squeeze dry in a clean cloth. Saturate
the filter in clean engine oil and squeeze in a
clean cloth to remove ALL excess oil.
5 Install the filter and cup in the air cleaner body (C).
6 Install the air cleaner onto the carburetor. Tighten
the screw.
7 Connect the spark plug wire to the spark plug.
A
C
WARNING
• Never start or run the engine with the air
cleaner or the filter removed as a fire or
explosion could result. A defective air filter will
cause a loss of engine power. If dirt or dust
enters the engine through the carburetor, the
result will be excessive wear or damage to the
engine. Replace a damaged or clogged air
cleaner immediately.
B
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Figure 20." Change Air Filter
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