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Do not wring out the foam element when squeezing
it. This could cause it to tear.
6. Insert the foam element into the air filter case.
TIP:
Be sure the foam element seals properly against
the air filter holder to avoid air leakage. The engine
should never run without the foam element;
excessive piston and cylinder wear may result
7. Install the air filter case cover in its original
position and tighten the screw.
8. Install the cover and tighten the screws
MUFFLER SCREEN
The engine and muffler will be
very hot after the engine has
been run. Avoid touching the
engine and muffler while they
are still hot with any part of
your body or clothing during
inspection or repair.
1. Remove the screws (1 and
then pull outward on the areas
of the cover (2) shown.
2. Loosen the bolt (3) and
then remove the muffler cap
(4), the muffler screen (5)
and spark arrester (6).
3. Clean the carbon on the
muffler
When cleaning, use the
wire brush lightly to avoid
damaging or scratching the
muffler screen and spark
arrester.
4. Check the muffler screen
and spark arrester, replace if
it damage.
5. Install spark arrester.
If using in areas prone to fires
such as forest or woods, never
use an engine without an
appropriate spark arrester.
TIP: Align the spark arrester
projection (7) with the hole
(8) in the muffler pipe
6. Install the muffler screen
and the
muffler cap.
7. Install the cover and
tighten the screws.
