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Operator’s Manual 27
MAINTENANCE
AIR CLEANER:
WARNING: RISK OF FIRE OR EXPLOSION. DO
NOT USE GASOLINE OR LOW FLASH-
POINT SOLVENTS TO CLEAN THE
ELEMENT. CLEAN THE ELEMENT IN A
WELL VENTILATED AREA. ENSURE
THAT NO SPARKS OR FLAMES ARE
NEAR THE WORKING AREA, THIS
INCLUDES ANY APPLIANCE WITH A
PILOT LIGHT.
CAUTION: NEVER RUN THE ENGINE WITHOUT
THE AIR FILTER, SERIOUS DANGER
CAN RESULT.
Check the air cleaner daily or before starting the engine.
Check for and correct heavy buildup of dirt and debris along
with loose or damaged components.
1. Unscrew the air cleaner cover and remove the
elements.
2. Clean the element:
PAPER AIR CLEANER ELEMENT: Do not wash the paper
element or use pressurized air, as this will damage the
element. Clean by gently tapping the element to remove
dust. Replace the element if damaged, bent or extremely
dirty. Handle new element carefully; do not use if the sealing
surfaces are bent or damaged.
NOTE: Replace the paper element every 100 hours (more
often under extremely dusty conditions.)
3. Reinstall the paper air cleaner element. Close air cleaner
cover and screw shut.