WE225, WE235
Trailer Wood Splitter
Service and Maintenance
37
8.7 Engine Air Cleaner
Check air filter every 40 hours of operation. Change
air filter elements at 100 hours of operation or
annually.
NOTE:
Refer to the engine manual for information
on servicing the air cleaner.
A dirty air filter can restrict air flow to the carburetor,
reducing engine performance. If the engine is operated
in very dusty areas, clean the air filter more often than
specified
.
IMPORTANT! Operating the engine without an air
filter, or with a damaged air filter, can allow dirt to
enter the engine, causing rapid engine wear. This
type of damage is not covered by Warranty.
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4
5
Fig. 34 –
Engine Air Cleaner
1. Tabs on Cover
2. Air Cleaner Cover
3. Filter Element
4. Air Cleaner Body
5. Carburetor Duct
Inspection
Remove the air cleaner cover and inspect the filter
element. Clean or replace dirty filter elements. Always
replace damaged filter elements.
1.
Press the latch tabs (1) on the top of the air cleaner
cover (2), and remove the cover. Check the filter (3)
to be sure it is clean and in good condition.
2.
Reinstall the filter and air cleaner cover.
Cleaning
3.
Tap the filter several times on a hard surface to
remove dirt, or blow compressed air not exceeding
30 psi (207 kPa) through the filter from the clean
side that faces the engine. Never try to brush off dirt.
Brushing will force dirt into the fibers.
4.
Wipe dirt from the air cleaner body (4) and cover
using a moist rag. Be careful to prevent dirt from
entering the air duct (5) that leads to the carburetor.