Wacker Neuson GPS9700A, Operator'S Manual

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Maintenance GPS9700A
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5.8 Servicing the Air Cleaner
Service air cleaner frequently to prevent carburetor malfunction.
NOTICE: Never run engine without air cleaner. Severe engine damage will occur.
Never use gasoline or other types of low flash point solvents for cleaning the air
cleaner. A fire or explosion could result.
The engine is equipped with a dual element air cleaner.
To service air cleaner:
1. Remove cover (a) , knob (b) , and retaining plate (c) .
2. Remove foam precleaner (d) from filter cartridge (e) .
3. Wash precleaner in liquid detergent and water. Squeeze dry in a clean cloth.
Saturate precleaner in engine oil; squeeze out excess oil. Replace precleaner if
it is damaged or heavily soiled.
4. To clean cartridge, remove and tap lightly on a flat surface. Replace cartridge if it
is damaged or heavily soiled.
Note: Do not use petroleum solvents to clean precleaner or cartridge. Petroleum
solvents will damage them. Do not use pressurized air to clean cartridge.
Pressurized air can also damage the cartridge.
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