MAINTENANCE
3. Release the tabs for the air cleaner cover and tip
the cover down (see Figure 31).
Figure 31 – Air Cleaner Cover (WH1000i Shown)
4. Remove the foam element from the air cleaner
housing (see Figure 32).
Figure 32 – Foam Element (WH1000i Shown)
5. Wash the foam air filter element by submerging
the element in a solution of household detergent
soap and warm water. Slowly squeeze the foam to
thoroughly clean.
NOTICE
NEVER twist or tear the foam air filter element
during cleaning or drying. Only apply slow but firm
squeezing action.
30
6. Rinse in clean water by submerging the air filter
element in fresh water and applying a slow
squeezing action.
NOTICE
Never dispose of soap cleaning solution used to
clean the air filter by dumping the solution into
a sewer, on the ground, or into groundwater or
waterways. Always be environmentally responsible.
Follow the guidelines of the EPA or other
governmental agencies for proper disposal of
hazardous materials. Consult local authorities or
reclamation facility.
7. Dispose of used soap cleaning solution properly.
8. Dry the air filter element by again applying a slow
firm squeezing action.
9. Return the air filter element to its position in the air
cleaner housing.
10. Install the air cleaner cover, making sure the tabs
lock into place.
11. Install the engine service panel.
DRAINING THE FLOAT BOWL
1. Remove the engine service panel to access the
carburetor.
2. Locate the clear plastic hose from the float that is
exiting out the bottom of the inverter, and place a
suitable container under it to catch the drained fuel.
3. Loosen the float bowl drain screw until fuel is seen
draining from the float bowl (see Figure 33).
Figure 33 – Float Bowl Drain Screw