Regular Maintenance

Air Filter & Pre-Cleaner Service

BRIGGS & STRATTON SINGLE CYLINDER MODELS

Service Interval: Pre-Cleaner: Every 25 hours or as

required. Air Filter: Every 50 hours or as required.

Replacement Interval: Pre-Cleaner: As required. Air

Filter: Every 200 hours or once per season.

Air Filter Removal & Installation

1.Lift up on the air filter latch (A, Figure 29).

2.Rotate the air filter latch (A) to the inside.

3.Pull air filter cover (B) out and off.

4.Lift air cleaner (C, Figure 30) and pre cleaner (D) if equipped, from blower housing)

5.Install the pre-cleaner (D) with the mesh side up. Install the filter (C) as shown.

6.Install the cover (B) making sure the tabs are inserted into their slots. Secure with the latch (A).

Pre-Cleaner Service

NOTE: Replace a worn or damaged pre-cleaner.

1.Figure 28. Wash the pre-cleaner in liquid detergent and water.

2.Squeeze the pre-cleaner dry. Do not oil pre- cleaner.

Air Filter Service

NOTE: Replace a worn or damaged air filter.

1.Figure 28. If stamped “Washable,” the filter can be washed with warm water and mild soap.

2.Rinse with tap water with the screen side UP allowing dirt and debris to filter out.

3.Allow the filter to dry overnight before reinstalling.

Pre-Cleaner

Air Filter

1.

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2.

2.

Figure 28. Air Filter Service

A

B

A

B

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A

2.

B

3.

Figure 29. Air Filter Assembly - Briggs & Stratton Single Cylinder Models

A.Air Filter Latch

B.Air Filter Cover

AC

D

B

Figure 30. Air Filter Service - Briggs & Stratton Single Cylinder Models

A.Air Filter Latch

B.Air Filter Cover

C.Air Filter

D.Pre-Cleaner

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Snapper LT2044 manual Briggs & Stratton Single Cylinder Models

LT2044 specifications

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