Craftsman 77236100N - 5.0 Ft-Lbs Gross Torque Edger Operator's Manual page 24

How To Service The Air Filter
Replace the air filter every 50 hours; more often in
dusty or dirty conditions,
CAUTION
Do not use pressurized air or solvents to clean the
filter. Pressurized air can damage the filter and
solvents will dissolve the filter.
1 Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark
plug.
2 Remove screw (A) as illustrated in Figure 22.
3 Carefully remove the air cleaner to prevent dirt
from falling into carburetor.
4 Take the air cleaner apart and clean all parts. If the
filter (B) is very dirty or damaged, replace it with a
new filter.
NOTE: Wash the filter in liquid detergent and
water, Squeeze dry in a clean cloth, Saturate
the filter in clean engine oil and squeeze in a
clean cloth to remove ALL excess oil,
5 Install the filter and cup in the air cleaner body (C).
6 Install the air cleaner onto the carburetor. Tighten
the screw.
7 Connect the spark plug wire to the spark plug.
A
C
B
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WARNING
Never start or run the engine with the air
cleaner or the filter removed as a fire or
explosion could result. A defective air filter will
cause a loss of engine power. If dirt or dust
enters the engine through the carburetor, the
result will be excessive wear or damage to the
engine. Replace a damaged or clogged air
cleaner immediately.
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Figure 22: Change Air Filter
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