Christini AWD 450E, Service Manual

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Maintenance
CHOKE LEVER
FREE PLAY: 2-3mm(1/8-3/16in)
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Check for smooth choke lever operation and lubricate the cable if re-
quired.
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Inspect the cable for cracks which could allow moisture to enter. Replace
the cable if necessary.
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Measure the choke lever free play at the lever end. Choke lever free play
can be adjusted at the choke cable. Remove the dust cover from the ad-
juster. Adjust the free play by loosening the lock nut and turning the ad-
juster.
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Tighten the lock nut. Reinstall the dust cover. Recheck the free play at the
lever.
AIR FILTER
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Loosen the air cleaner retaining bolt. Remove the air filter.
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Remove the air filter from the holder.
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Thoroughly wash the air filter in clean non-flammable or high flash-point
cleaning solvent. Then wash the element again in a solution of hot water
and dishwashing liquid soap. Clean the inside of the air cleaner housing.
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After cleaning, be sure there is no dirt or sand trapped between the inner
and outer layer of the cleaner. Wash again if necessary.
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Allow the air cleaner to dry thoroughly. After drying, soak the air filter in
clean Foam Filter Oil or an equivalent.
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Apply air filter oil to the entire surface of the air filter and rub it with both
hands to saturate the element with oil.
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Gently squeeze out excess oil. It is important not to over oil or under oil
the element. Apply a thin coat of grease or an equivalent to the sealing
surface.
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Assemble the air filter and the holder .Slip the air cleaner retaining bolt
through the assembly. Tighten the retaining bolt securely.
NOTICE : If the air filter assembly is not installed correctly ,dirt and dust may
enter the engine resulting in wear of the piston ring and cylinder.
CRANKCASE BREATHER
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Remove the breather hose drain plug, then drain any fluids or dirt from
the hose into a proper container. Reinstall the drain plug.