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13se c t i O n 6 — Ma i n t e n a n c e
Single Element Air Filter
Remove the air filter cover by squeezing the front and 1.
back sides to release the tab at the front of the air filter
cover. See Fig. 6-4. Clean foam element or replace when
damaged.
To clean foam element, remove it from the air filter base 2.
and wash in mild liquid detergent and water. Squeeze or
press the foam element to rinse out dirt and water. Do not
twist, this could damage or tear the foam element. Allow to
dry thoroughly before using. OIL the foam element with a
light engine oil.
Air Filter Service
Paper filters cannot be cleaned and must be replaced once a year
dusty conditions.
Never use gasoline or low flash point
solvents for cleaning the air filter element. A fire or
explosion could result.
IMPORTANT: Never run the engine without the air filter. Rapid
engine wear will result.
NOTE: Your engine may be equipped with either a dual element
rectangle paper filter with foam pre-filter or a single element
oval foam filter. The dual element type has a long rectangular
shaped air filter cover with a thumb screw towards the rear of
the engine to access the air filter elements. The single element
type has a short rectangular shaped air filter cover with a primer
on the air filter base at the front of the engine. Follow the
appropriate instructions below for the engine on your unit.
Dual Element Air Filter
Remove the thumb screw and the air filter cover. Remove 1.
the foam and paper elements. See Fig. 6-3. Replace paper
element when dirty or damaged. Clean foam element or
replace when damaged.
To clean foam element, remove it from the air filter cover 2.
and wash in a mild liquid detergent and water. Squeeze or
press the foam element to rinse out dirt and water. Do not
dry thoroughly before using. DO NOT oil the foam element.
Paper
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