Engine Maintenance
Engine Safety
•
Shut off the engine and remove the key before
checking the oil or adding oil to the crankcase.
•
Do not change the governor speed or overspeed
the engine.
Checking the Air Cleaner
1.
Check the air-cleaner body for damage, which
could possibly cause an air leak. Replace a
damaged air-cleaner body.
2.
Check the air-intake system for leaks, damage,
or loose hose clamps.
3.
Service the air-cleaner filter when the air-cleaner
indicator shows red or every 400 hours and
service it more frequently in extremely dusty or
dirty conditions
(Figure
Important:
Do not over-service the air filter.
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1. Air-cleaner cover
2. Gasket
3. Filter
4. Air-cleaner body
4.
Be sure that the cover is seated correctly and
seals with the air-cleaner body.
Servicing the Air Cleaner
Service Interval: Every 400 hours
Note:
If the foam gasket in the cover is damaged,
replace it.
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5. Air-cleaner indicator
6. Air-cleaner latch
7. Rubber outlet valve
Important:
Avoid using high-pressure air, which
could force dirt through the filter into the intake
tract.
Important:
Do not clean the used filter to avoid
damage to the filter media.
Important:
Do not use a damaged filter.
Important:
Do not apply pressure to the flexible
center of the filter.
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