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Air Cleaner/Intake
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AIR CLEANER
These systems are CARB/EPA certied and components
should not be altered or modied in any way.
Air Cleaner Components
D
E
A
C
A
F
B
D
C
D
C
B
A
F
A Air Cleaner Cover B Precleaner
C Paper Element D Base
E Air Cleaner Knob F Air Cleaner Latch
NOTE: Operating engine with loose or damaged air
cleaner components could cause premature
wear and failure. Replace all bent or damaged
components.
NOTE: Paper element cannot be blown out with
compressed air.
Loosen knob or unhook latch and remove air cleaner
cover.
Precleaner (if equipped)
1. Remove precleaner.
2. Replace or wash precleaner in warm water with
detergent. Rinse and allow to air dry.
3. Reinstall precleaner into cover, aligning hole in
precleaner with upper cover knob.
Paper Element
1. Remove paper element from base and replace.
2. Install element with pleated side out and seat rubber
seal onto edges of base.
Foam Element
1. Remove foam element from base and replace.
2. Install element with foam side out and seat rubber
seal onto edges of base.
Reinstall air cleaner cover and secure with knob or latch.
BREATHER TUBE
Make sure both ends of breather tube are properly
connected.
AIR COOLING
WARNING
Hot Parts can cause severe burns.
Do not touch engine while operating or just
after stopping.
Never operate engine with heat shields or guards
removed.
Proper cooling is essential. To prevent over heating,
clean screens, cooling ns, and other external surfaces
of engine. Avoid spraying water at wiring harness or any
electrical components. Refer to Maintenance Schedule.