MAINTENANCE
Replacing the Air Filter
If the engine seems weak or runs unevenly, the air filter may be clogged. If run with a dirty air filter, the spark plugs can become fouled disrupting operation.
For this reason, it is important to replace the air filter regularly (see the heading Maintenance Schedule for the proper service interval).
Cleaning/replacing the air filter is carried out as follows:
WARNING!
Allow the exhaust system to cool before performing service. Risk for burns.
1.Depress the two tabs.
2.Remove the air filter cowling.
3.Remove the paper filter.
4.Remove the foam
Squeeze it dry with a clean cloth
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Do not used compressed air to clean the air filter.
Do not wash the paper filter. Do not oil the paper filter.
5.Refit the air filter as follows:
Check that the paper filter is whole.
Mount the
6.Install the filter cowling on the air filter housing.
Remove the air filter cowling
Remove the paper filter
Remove the
Remove dust