Remove Air Filter; Cleaning The Air Filter - Stihl MS 461 R Manual De Instrucciones

Fouled air filters will impair engine
performance, increase fuel consumption
and make the machine more difficult to
start.
MS 461 R

Remove air filter

Turn the knob above the rear handle
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in the direction of the arrow and
remove the carburetor box cover
Remove filter
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Cleaning the Air Filter

If there is a noticeable loss of engine
power:
Knock out the filter or blow it clear
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with compressed air from the inside
outwards
If knocking-out or blowing-out does not
suffice, or in the case of stubborn dirt or
stuck filter fabric, the filter must be
subjected to a thorough cleaning.
Always replace a damaged filter.
Thorough filter cleaning
Wash the filter in STIHL special-
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purpose cleaner (special
accessory) or a clean, non-
flammable cleaning liquid (e.g.,
warm soapy water) – rinse the filter
from inside to out under a water jet
– do not use high-pressure cleaners
Dry all filter parts – do not expose to
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extreme heat
Do not oil the filter
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Reinstall filter
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