6.
Ensure that the oil is at the correct level on the
dipstick; refer to
Checking the Engine-Oil Level
(page
9).
7.
Replace and secure the dipstick.
8.
Wipe up any spilled oil.
9.
Connect the wire to the spark plug.
Servicing the Air Cleaner
Service Interval: Before each use or daily
Every 50 hours
Every 300 hours/Yearly (whichever comes first)
Important:
Do not operate the engine without
the air filter assembly; extreme engine damage
will occur.
1.
Shut off the engine and wait for all moving
parts to stop; refer to
Maintenance (page
2.
Remove the wingnut securing the air-cleaner
cover
(Figure
3.
Remove the air-cleaner cover.
Note:
Ensure that no dirt or debris from the
air-cleaner cover fall into the base.
4.
Remove the foam and paper elements from the
base.
5.
Remove the foam element from the paper
element.
6.
Inspect the foam and paper elements; replace
them if they are damaged or excessively dirty.
1. Wing nut
2. Air-cleaner cover
3. Foam element
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Preparing the Machine for
8).
12).
Figure 12
4. Paper filter element
5. Gasket and air duct
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