Replacing The Air Filter - Poulan Pro 968999507 Operator's Manual

Replacing the Air Filter

If the engine seems weak or runs unevenly,
the air filter may be clogged. If run with a dirty
air filter, the spark plug can become fouled.
For this reason, it is important to replace the air
filter regularly (see the heading Maintenance
Schedule for the proper service interval).
Check the air cleaner daily or before starting
the engine. Check for build-up of dirt and
debris around the air cleaner system.Keep
this area clean. Also check for loose or
damaged components. Replace all bent
damaged air cleaner components.
Cleaning/replacing the air filter is carried out
as follows:
Briggs and Stratton engine
The air filter is replaced as follows:
1. Remove the air filter cowling
2. Remove the filter cartridge.
3. Remove the foam filter (pre-cleaner).
Clean the foam filter with liquid detergent
and water. Squeeze dry in a clean cloth.
Saturate with engine oil and squeeze it
inside a clean absorbent cloth.
4. Tap the paper filter against a fixed
surface to remove dust. If the paper filter
is still dirty, it must be replaced.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Do not use compressed air to clean the
paper filter. Do not wash paper filter.
Filters should not be oiled. They should
be assembled dry.
5. Wipe clean the inside of air filter housing.
6. Refit the foam filter (pre filter).
7. Mount the filter in the air filter housing.
8. Replace the cowling over the air filter
housing.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Please see the manual of the engine
manufacturer for any additional instructions,
including safety instructions
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Operating the engine with loose damaged
air cleaner components could allow
unfiltered air into the engine, causing
premature wear and failure.
Remove filter
Install filter
WARNING!
The engine and the exhaust
system, become very hot during
operation.
Risk for burns if touched.
Allow engine and exhaust
system to cool at least two (2)
minutes.
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