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Maintenance VP 1030A/AW
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5.4 Air Cleaner
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The engine is equipped with a dual element air cleaner. Service air
cleaner frequently to prevent carburetor malfunction.
NOTICE: NEVER run engine without air cleaner. Severe engine
damage will occur.
NEVER use gasoline or other types of low flash point solvents for
cleaning the air cleaner. A fire or explosion could result.
To service:
5.4.1 Remove air cleaner cover (a) by removing the two screws. Remove
foam (b) and paper (c) filter elements and inspect for holes or tears.
Replace damaged elements.
5.4.2 Wash foam element (b) in solution of mild detergent and warm water
or clean with non-flammable solvent. Rinse thoroughly in clean water.
Allow element to dry thoroughly. DO NOT put oil on the foam filter
element.
5.4.3 Tap the paper element (c) several times on a hard surface or blow
compressed air (not exceeding 207kPa or 30psi). DO NOT try to brush
off dirt. Replace paper element when it becomes excessively dirty.
5.4.4 Wipe the dirt from the inside of the air cleaner housing and cover using
a moist rag. BE CAREFUL to prevent dirt from entering the air
chamber that leads to the carburetor.
5.4.5 Re-install the filter elements and cover to the air cleaner housing.
Tighten screws securely.
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