Honda HRS216PKA Manual page 40

HRS216PKA • HRS216SKA • HRS216VKA
7. AIR FILTER CLEANING
A dirty air filter will restrict air flow to the carburetor, reducing engine performance. If the engine is operated in dusty
areas, clean the air filter more often than specified in the MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
We recommend the use of a Honda Genuine air filter to ensure it seals and performs as designed. Using a
non-Honda air filter can result in dirt bypassing the filter, causing damage to the engine or fuel system.
NOTICE
Operating the engine without an air filter or with a damaged air filter will allow dirt to enter the engine, causing rapid
engine wear. This type of damage is not covered by the Distributor's Limited Warranty.
1. Press the latch tabs on the top of the air cleaner
and remove the air cleaner cover.
2. Remove the paper filter from the air cleaner
housing.
3. Inspect the filter and replace it if it is damaged.
4. Clean the filter. Tap the filter several times on a
hard surface to remove dirt, or blow with
compressed air not exceeding 207 kPa (30 psi)
through the filter from the inside. Never try to
brush off dirt; brushing will force dirt into the
fibers.
5. Wipe dirt from the inside of the air cleaner
housing and cover using a moist rag.
Be careful to prevent dirt from entering the air
duct leading to the carburetor.
6. Reinstall the filter and air cleaner cover.
AIR CLEANER
HOUSING
FILTER
MAINTENANCE
(P. 3-1).
COVER
TABS
COVER
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