Exmark Radius X Series Operator's Manual page 39

2. Release the latches on the air cleaner and pull
the air cleaner cover off the air-cleaner body (see
Figure 25).
1. Air cleaner body
2. Primary filter
3. Latch
3. Clean the inside of the air cleaner cover with
compressed air.
4. Gently slide the primary filter out of the
air-cleaner body.
Note: Avoid knocking the filter into the side of
the body.
5. Remove the safety filter only if you intend to
replace it.
Important: Do not attempt to clean the
safety filter. If the safety filter is dirty, then
the primary filter is damaged. Replace both
filters.
6. Inspect the primary filter for damage by looking
into the filter while shining a bright light on the
outside of the filter.
Note: Holes in the filter appear as bright spots.
If the filter is damaged, discard it.
Servicing the Primary Filter
• If the primary filter is dirty, bent, or damaged,
replace it.
• Do not clean the primary filter.
Servicing the Safety Filter
Replace the safety filter, never clean it.
Figure 25
4. Air cleaner cover
5. Safety filter
Important: Do not attempt to clean the safety
filter. If the safety filter is dirty, then the primary
filter is damaged. Replace both filters.
Installing the Filters
Important: To prevent engine damage, always
operate the engine with both air filters and the
cover installed.
1. If installing new filters, check each filter for
shipping damage.
Note: Do not use a damaged filter.
2. If you are replacing the safety filter, carefully slide
it into the filter body (see Figure 25).
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3. Carefully slide the primary filter over the safety
filter.
Note: Ensure that the primary filter is fully
seated by pushing on its outer rim while installing
it.
Important: Do not press on the soft inside
area of the filter.
4. Install the air cleaner cover with the side indicated
as up facing upward and secure the latches.
Servicing the Air Cleaner with
Non-Canister Style Air Filter
Service Interval: Every 100 hours/Yearly
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Maintenance
(whichever comes
first)—Service the air
cleaner paper element
(more often in dusty, dirty
conditions)(Kawasaki
engine).
Every 200 hours/Every 2
years (whichever comes
first)—Replace the air
cleaner paper element
(more often in dusty, dirty
conditions)(Kawasaki
engine).
Every 100 hours/Yearly
(whichever comes
first)—Replace the air
cleaner foam element
(more often in dusty, dirty