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Release 00 - 03/2018
Engine RS100 - RSC100
Service manual
General information
The intake system uses an air lter directly connected to the carburettor by means of a manifold which
conveys the air/petrol mixture to the inlet valve.
See the relevant section [
16] for advice on resolving problems due to the malfunctioning of the air
intake system.
Aninefcientltercanletdustordebrisenterthecylinder,causingprematureweartothepistonringsand
cylinder.
The air lter is found on the left hand side of the engine and can be inspected without having to remove
other parts.
The lter assembly is to be removed only to accede the carburettor.
7. INTAKE SYSTEM
7.1. Maintenance and replacement of the lter
element
WARNING: Never run the engine without air
lter.Theenginewouldcertainlybedama-
ged.
1 - Clean the area around the lter cover (1) by
blowing it with compressed air.
2 - Remove the cover (1) by pressing on the upper
tab (2).
WARNING: Close the intake duct to prevent
theentryofforeignobjects(seegure).
3 - Remove the lter element (3).
4 - Check carefully that the element has no holes
or tears, and replace it, if damaged.
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