Air Filter & Pre-Cleaner Service (Briggs & Stratton Single Cylinder Models) - Snapper ELT18540 Operator's Manual

Air Filter & Pre-Cleaner Service
BRIGGS & STRATTON SINGLE CYLINDER MODELS
Air Filter Removal & Installation
1. Lift up on the air filter latch (A, Figure 14).
2. Rotate the air filter latch (A) to the inside.
3. Pull air filter cover (B) out and off.
4. Lift air cleaner (C, Figure 15) and pre cleaner (D) if
equipped, from blower housing)
5. Install the pre-cleaner (D) with the mesh side up.
Install the filter (C) as shown.
6. Install the cover (B) making sure the tabs are inserted
into their slots. Secure with the latch (A).
Pre-Cleaner Service
NOTE: Replace a worn or damaged pre-cleaner.
1. Figure 13. Wash the pre-cleaner in liquid detergent
and water.
2. Squeeze the pre-cleaner dry. Do not oil pre-
cleaner.
Air Filter Service
NOTE: Replace a worn or damaged air filter.
1. Figure 13. If stamped "Washable," the filter can be
washed with warm water and mild soap.
2. Rinse with tap water with the screen side UP allowing
dirt and debris to filter out.
3. Allow the filter to dry overnight before reinstalling.
Figure 13. Air Filter Service
1.
Figure 14. Air Filter Assembly - Briggs & Stratton
Single Cylinder Models
A. Air Filter Latch
B. Air Filter Cover
Figure 15. Air Filter Service - Briggs & Stratton
Single Cylinder Models
A. Air Filter Latch
B. Air Filter Cover
C. Air Filter
D. Pre-Cleaner
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B
A
B
3.
A
A
B
2.
C
D
B