II. Servicing Paper Filters
Paper filters cannot be cleaned and must be replaced once a year or every 100 operating hours; more often if used in extremely dusty conditions. Replacement filters are available at a Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer.
NOTE
DO NOT put oil on or clean a paper filter.
III. Removal and Installation of Air Filters
1.Remove wing nut and cover. See Figure 25.
2.Remove optional foam
3.Remove paper element from base.
4.Clean inside of base and cover thoroughly.
5.Install paper element into base.
6.Install foam
7.Install cover on base.
8.Install wing nut and tighten securely.
E. Anti-Icing Baffle
Some engines may be equipped with an
Engines equipped with the baffle will have an opening which draws warm air from the muffler into the air cleaner housing. To work effectively, it is necessary for the baffle to block cold air from entering the air cleaner.
At temperatures of 32°F (0°C) and Below
1.Remove wing nut from air cleaner cover. See Figure 25.
2.Remove air cleaner cover from base.
3.Remove red baffle from inside of air cleaner cover.
4.Insert red baffle in “WINTER” position shown.
5.Install air cleaner cover onto base.
6.Install wing nut and tighten securely.
At temperatures above 32°F (0°C)
1.Remove wing nut from air cleaner cover. See Figure 25.
2.Remove air cleaner cover from base.
3.Remove red baffle from inside of air cleaner cover.
4.Insert red baffle in “SUMMER” position shown.
5.Install air cleaner cover onto base.
6.Install wing nut and tighten securely.
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Figure 25. Air Cleaner and Optional Anti-Icing Baffle
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