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Every 100 hours of operation
13.2.1)
Fuel filter cleaning
(Ref. to Fig. 28)
– Check that the engine oil filler cap is tightened securely.
– Remove the fuel filler cap, and drain the fuel into an approved gasoline container by tipping
the engine toward the fuel filler neck.
– Pull the fuel filter out through the fuel filler neck by
hooking the black fuel tube with a piece of wire, such
as a partly straightened paper clip.
– Inspect the fuel filter. If the fuel filter is dirty, wash it
gently with nonflammable or high flash point solvent.
If the fuel filter is excessively dirty, replace it.
– Remove water and dirt from inside the fuel tank by
rinsing it out with non-flammable or high flash point
solvent.
– Insert the fuel filter into the fuel tank and tighten the
fuel filler cap securely.
Improper use of solvents can result in fire or
explosion.
Every 3 months or 25 hours of operation
13.2.2)
Air filter cleaning
(Ref. to Fig. 29)
– Press the latch tab (A) on the top of the air cleaner
cover and remove the cover.
– Clean the filter element in warm soapy water, rinse and
allow to dry thoroughly, or clean in non flammable
solvent and allow to dry.
– Dip the filter element in clean engine oil, then squeeze
out all excess oil.
– Wipe dirt from the air cleaner body and cover, using a
moist rag. Be careful to prevent dirt from entering the
carburettor.
– Reinstall the filter element and air cleaner cover.
Always replace damaged filter elements.
Operating in dusty condition may require more frequent
maintenance than above.
Do not operate the engine with air filter removed.
13.2) ORDINARY MAINTENANCE OF THE COMBUSTION ENGINE
FIG. 28 – FUEL FILTER CLEANING
FIG. 29 – AIR FILTER CLEANING
filter element
fuel filter
A
Periodic inspections are essential for the proper functioning of the engine;
refer to "HONDA" manual provided with the machine for the safe use of the
engine and for further requested maintenance operations.