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7. Squeeze the excess water or solvent out
of the foam cover and let it dry.
CAUTION:
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Do not twist the foam cover when
squeezing it.
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Do not add oil to the foam cover.
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8. Inspect the foam cover. If damaged, re-
place it.
9. Install the foam cover onto the air filter el-
ement.
10. Install the air filter assembly and parts re-
moved for access.
NOTE:
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The air filter element should be cleaned every
20–40 hours. It should be cleaned more often
if the machine is operated in extremely dusty
areas. Each time filter element maintenance
is performed, check the air inlet to the filter
case for obstructions. Check the air cleaner
rubber joint to the carburetor and manifold fit-
tings for an airtight seal. Tighten all fittings se-
curely to avoid the possibility of unfiltered air
entering the engine.
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CAUTION:
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Never operate the engine with the air filter
element removed. This will allow unfiltered
air to enter, causing rapid engine wear and
possible engine damage. Additionally, op-
eration without the filter element will affect
carburetor jetting with subsequent poor
performance and possible engine over-
heating.
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WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD
Using low flash point solvents or gaso-
line to clean the foam cover.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
Low flash point solvents or gasoline can
catch fire or explode.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Use parts cleaning solvent to clean the
foam cover.
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