MAINTENANCE
LOW PROFILE TYPE:
A dirty air filter will restrict air flow to the carburetor,
reducing engine performance. If the engine is operated
in dusty areas, clean the air cleaner more often than
specified in the MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE.
Operating the engine without the air filter or with the
filter installed loosely will allow dirt to enter the engine,
causing rapid engine wear. Install the air filter securely.
Remove the
air cleaner case lid spring (1) and air cleaner
cover (2)
.
Remove the air cleaner element (3).
Carefully check the air cleaner element and replace if
damaged.
Clean the filter if it is to be reused (see below).
Install the element in the reverse order of removal.
FILTER (FOAM) TYPE:
Clean the filter (1) in warm soapy water (2), rinse, and
allow to dry thoroughly, or clean with a non-flammable
solvent and allow to dry thoroughly.
Dip the filter in oil (3), and squeeze out all the excess
oil. Clean engine oil is recommended for general use;
Motul Air Filter Oil is recommended for operation in
dusty areas.
Excess oil will restrict air flow through the foam element
and may cause the engine to smoke at startup.
Check the air cleaner case packing for deterioration or
damage. Make sure the air cleaner packing is installed
securely.
Install the cleaner in the reverse order of removal.
INNER FILTER (PAPER) TYPE:
Tap the inner filter (1) lightly several times on a hard
surface to remove excess dirt, or blow compressed air
lightly (207 kPa (2.11 kgf/cm
2
, 30 psi) or less) through
the paper filter from the inside out. Never try to brush
the dirt off; brushing will force dirt into the fibers.
Wipe dirt from the inside of the air cleaner case and the
air cleaner cover, using a rag.
Check the air cleaner case packing for deterioration or
damage. Make sure the air cleaner packing is installed
securely.
Install the cleaner in the reverse order of removal.
(1)
(2)
(3)
(2)
(1)
(3)
Squeeze
and dry
Squeeze thoroughly
(1)
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