Note:
Do not apply pressure to the flexible center
of the filter.
7.
Clean the dirt ejection port located in the removable
cover. Remove the rubber outlet valve from the cover,
clean the cavity, and replace the outlet valve.
8.
Install the cover orienting the rubber outlet valve in a
downward position—between approximately 5 o’clock
to 7 o’clock when viewed from the end.
9.
Check the condition of the air cleaner hoses.
10.
Secure the cover.
Servicing the Safety Filter
The air filter has a secondary safety-filter element inside the
primary air filter to prevent dislodged dust and other items
from entering the engine while changing the main element.
Important:
Replace the safety filter; never clean it.
If the safety filter is dirty, then the primary filter is
damaged. Replace both filters.
Servicing the Engine Oil and
Filter
Service Interval:
After the first 50 hours
Every 150 hours
1.
Remove the drain plug (
) and let the oil flow
into a drain pan.
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Figure 35
1.
Oil drain plug
2.
When the oil stops, install the drain plug.
3.
Remove the oil filter (
).
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Figure 36
1.
Oil filter
4.
Apply a light coat of clean oil to the new filter seal.
5.
Install the replacement oil filter to the filter adapter.
Turn the oil filter clockwise until the rubber gasket
contacts the filter adapter, then tighten the filter an
additional 1/2 turn.
Important:
Do not over-tighten the filter.
6.
Add oil to the crankcase; refer to
Engine-Oil Level (page 18)
.
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