Air cleaner service
A dirty air cleaner will restrict air flow to the carburetor. To prevent car-
buretor malfunction, service the air cleaner regularly (page 16). Service more
frequently when operating the generator in extremely
dusty areas.
B Never use gasoline or low flash point solvents for cleaning the air
cleaner element. A fire or explosion could result.
CAUTION: Never run the generator without the air cleaner. Rapid engine
wear.may result.
1. Unsnap the air cleaner case springs, remove the air cleaner case and remove
the element.
2. Wash the element in a non-flammable or high flash point solvent and dry it
thoroughly;
3. Soak the element in clean engine oil and squeeze out the excess oil.
4. Reinstall the air cleaner element and the case.
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