9. MAINTENANCE AIR FILTER SERVICE
A dirty air filter will restrict air flow to the carburetor, reducing engine
performance. If you operate the mower in very dusty areas, clean the air filter
more often than specified in the MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE.
INOTICEI o perating the engine with no air filter, or a damaged air filter,
can cause rapid engine wear.
1. Remove the wing nuts, then remove the air cleaner cover.
2. Remove and inspect the filter. Replace the filter if it is damaged.
3. Tap the filter several times on a hard surface to remove dirt, or blow
compressed air (not exceeding 30 psi) through the filter from the inside.
Never try to brush off dirt; brushing will force dirt into the fibers.
4. Wipe dirt from the inside of the air cleaner housing and cover, using a moist
rag. Be careful to avoid dropping dirt into the air duct that leads to the
carburetor.
5. Reinstall the air filter and cover. Tighten the wing nuts securely.
WING
NUTS
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