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AIR CLEANER
A dirty air cleaner will restrict air flow to the carburetor and cause poor engine performance. Inspect
the air cleaner each time the engine is operated. You will need to clean the air cleaner more
frequently if you operate the engine in very dusty areas.
WARNING
Operating the engine without an air cleaner, or with a damaged air cleaner, will allow dirt to enter
the engine, causing rapid engine wear. This type of damage is not covered under the Warranty.
Inspection
1. Remove the air cleaner cover. Be careful to prevent dirt and debris from falling into the air
cleaner base.
2. Remove the air cleaner from the air cleaner base.
3. Inspect the air cleaner elements. Replace any damaged elements. Clean or replace dirty
elements.
Cleaning
1. Remove the air cleaner cover and element, as described in the INSPECTION procedure (see
above).
2. Remove the element from the air cleaner base.
3. The foam element: wash it in soapy water and let it dry completely. On the foam filter insert pour
a few drops of oil SAE30, wrap it in absorbent cloth, strongly press it to remove any excess oil.
Replace the paper element if it is excessively dirty.
4. Wipe dirt from the air cleaner base and cover using a moist rag. Be careful to prevent dirt from
entering the air duct that leads to the carburetor.
5. Reinstall the air cleaner element, and make sure both elements are properly positioned. Install
the air cleaner cover to the base and check the cover seats securely in its position.
A: Air Cleaner Base
B: Foam Element
C: Air Cleaner Cover
