Operator's Manual

Maintenance
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2. Paper Element
A. Lightly tap the element on a flat surface to
remove dust and dirt (Fig. 25).
B. Inspect the element for tears, an oily film,
and damage to the rubber seal.
IMPORTANT: Never clean the paper element
with pressurized air or liquids, such as
solvent, gas, or kerosene. Replace the paper
element if it is damaged, or cannot be cleaned
thoroughly.
1
m–1213
2
Figure 25
1. Paper element 2. Rubber seal
Installing the Foam and Paper Elements
1. Installing the Foam and Paper Elements
IMPORTANT: To prevent engine damage,
always operate the engine with the complete
foam and paper air cleaner assembly
installed.
1. Carefully slide the foam element onto the paper
air cleaner element (Fig. 23).
2. Place the air cleaner assembly onto the air
cleaner base (Fig. 23).
3. Install the air cleaner cover and secure with
cover nut (Fig. 23).
Engine Oil
Change oil:
• After the first 8 operating hours.
• After every 100 operating hours.
Note: Change oil more frequently when
operating conditions are extremely
dusty or sandy.
Oil Type: Detergent oil (API service SG or SH)
Crankcase Capacity: w/filter, 2.1 qt. (2 l)
Viscosity: See table below
F
–20 0 20
40 60
80 100
°
C
–30
°
–20 –10
01020
30 40
USE THESE SAE VISCOSITY OILS
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10W–30, 10W–40
5W–20, 5W–30