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Chapter 2
Air Cleaners
General Information
It is recommended that you take
special notice of all items
discussed in the handbook and wear the
appropriate safety equipment. Failure to do so
may result in death or serious injury.
Be sure dirt and debris
surrounding air cleaner is
removed before servicing. Failure to do so may
result in carburetor and/or engine damage.
NOTE
If the engine is equipped with an optional poly pre-filter
always remove it first, to prevent dirt falling into the filter
body.
Air cleaners must be serviced frequently, to prevent dust
and dirt from entering the engine. Dust mixed with the
engine oil forms an extremely abrasive compound which
quickly wears out an engine.
A clogged air cleaner will affect engine performance.
Replacing a restricted (clogged) air filter should restore
engine performance.
Air Cleaner Service
The engine utilizes a treated paper element with a foam
rubber-like sealing edge. The seal must fit properly to
prevent dirt ingestion.
Replace air filter once a year or more often in extremely
dusty or dirty conditions.
NOTE
Do not put oil on or clean a paper filter.
Be sure to clean base and cover thoroughly before
installing new paper filter.
DO NOT run engine without
complete air cleaner installed on
engine. Doing so may result in equipment
damage and WILL VOID the engine WARRANTY.
NOTE
Serious damage to the engine may result from using any
other but the specified part number filter. Use factory
recommended parts only.
Some models use a dual stage air cleaner. This air
cleaner uses a polyurethane-type foam pre-filter along
with the paper element.
Polyurethane Pre-Filters
These serviceable air filters utilize a polyurethane
element which will clog up with use. The element
should be cleaned and serviced in the following manner.
1.
Wash element in a detergent and water solution
and squeeze (don’t twist) until all dirt is removed.
2.
Rinse thoroughly.
3.
Wrap in a clean cloth and squeeze (don’t twist)
until completely dry.
4.
Re-oil element by applying a generous quantity of
oil to all sides. Squeeze vigorously to distribute oil
and to remove excess oil.
5.
Clean air cleaner housing and cover.
Dry thoroughly.
6.
Reinstall pre-cleaner in air filter body.
NOTE
Some vectors Are
equipped with a bolt
access hole and a plug.
Replace if removed.
Body
Paper
Filter
Plug
Poly
Pre-Filter
WARNING
CAUTION
CAUTION
