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ANUAL
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AIR
FILTER
Level 1.
Tools required: 25 or 50 mm (1 or 2 in.) medium bristle paint brush.
Parts required:
90030 REPOWER
TM
Air & Fuel Filter Kit..
1.
Close choke (Cold Start Position). This prevents dirt from
entering the carburetor throat when the air filter is removed.
Brush accumulated dirt from the air cleaner area.
2.
Remove the air cleaner cover. Clean and inspect the element for
damage. If element is fuel soaked and very dirty, replace.
3.
If element can be cleaned and reused, be certain it:
-still fits the cavity in the air cleaner cover.
-is installed with the original side out.
NOTE
Carburetor adjustment may be needed after air filter cleaning or
replacement. See Carburetor Adjustment Section.
FUEL
FILTER
Level 1.
Tools required: Fuel line hook, 203-254 mm (8 - 10 in.) length of wire
with one end bent into a hook. Clean rag, funnel, and an approved fuel
container.
Parts required: 90030 REPOWER
TM
Air & Fuel Filter Kit.
WARNING
DANGER
Fuel is VERY flammable. Use extreme care when mixing, storing
or handling.
1.
Use a clean rag to remove loose dirt from around fuel cap and
empty fuel tank.
2.
Use the “fuel line hook” to pull the fuel line and filter from the
tank.
3.
Remove the filter from the line and install the new filter.