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6. Lightly tap the air filter element to
remove most of the dust and dirt,
and then blow the remaining dirt
out with compressed air as shown.
If the air filter element is damaged,
replace it.
7. Install the air filter element by fit-
ting the projection on the air filter
element into the holder in the air fil-
ter case, then tightening the
screws.
NOTICE:
Make sure that
the air filter element is properly
seated in the air filter case. The
engine should never be operat-
ed without the air filter element
installed, otherwise the pis-
ton(s) and/or cylinder(s) may
become excessively worn.
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8. Install the air filter case cover by in-
stalling the screws.
9. Push the air filter case onto the air
filter case joint, and then tighten
the clamp screw.
10. Install the air filter case bolts.
11. Install the cowlings.
TIP
Make sure that the carburetor air vent
hose is routed as shown.
1. Air filter element
2. Screw
1. Air filter element
1. Carburetor air vent hose
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