5. PRE-OPERATION CHECK
AIR CLEANER
Check that the air filter is clean and in good condition. A dirty air filter will
restrict air flow to the carburetor, reducing engine performance A damaged
air filter will allow dirt to enter the engine, causing rapid engine wear.
1. Remove the cover screws, then remove the air cleaner cover.
2. Inspect the paper and foam elements of the air filter. Replace the filter if
either of the filter elements are damaged. Clean or replace the filter if the
filter elements are dirty. See page 36 for cleaning instructions.
3. Reinstall the air filter and air cleaner cover. Tighten the cover screws securely.
1 IMPORTANT NoTlCE 1 Operating the engine with no air filter, or a damaged
air filter, will cause rapid engine wear.
AIR FILTER
b / PAPER
ELEMENT
K / AIR FILTER
\ FOAM
i’-. ELEMENT
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