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EBU00959
Engine and V-belt case air filter element
cleaning
Both air filter elements should be cleaned at the
specified intervals in the periodic maintenance
chart.
Engine air filter element
NOTE:
There is a check hose at the bottom of the air fil-
ter case. If dust or water collects in this hose,
empty the hose and clean the air filter element
and air filter case.
1. Remove the seat.
2. Remove the breather hose and then loosen
the clamp screw.
3. Remove the air filter case cover.
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1. Check hose1. Flexible de contrôle1. Manguito de comprobación
1. Air filter case cover
2. Breather hose 3. Clamp
1. Cache du boîtier de filtre à air
2. Reniflard 3. Bride
1. Tapa de la caja del filtro de aire
2. Tubo de ventilación 3. Abrazadera
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NOTE:
The air filter element should be cleaned every
20–40 hours. It should be cleaned and lubricat-
ed more often if the machine is operated in
extremely dusty areas. Each time air filter ele-
ment maintenance is performed, check the air
inlet to the air filter case for obstructions. Check
the air filter case rubber joint to the carburetor
and manifold fittings for an airtight seal. Tighten
all fittings securely to avoid the possibility of
unfiltered air entering the engine.
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Never operate the engine with the air filter
element removed. This will allow unfiltered
air to enter, causing rapid engine wear and
possible engine damage. Additionally, opera-
tion without the air filter element will affect
carburetor jetting with subsequent poor per-
formance and possible engine overheating.
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