Air Filter Cleaning - Honda GXH50 Owner's Manual

SERVICING
YOUR
HONDA ENGINE
AIR FILTER CLEANING
A dirty air filter will restrict air flow to the carburetor, reducing engine
performance. If you operate the engine in very dusty areas, clean the air filter
more than specified in the MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE.
1. Clean the air filter in warm soapy water, rinse, and allow to dry thoroughly.
Or clean in nonflammable solvent and allow to dry.
2. Dip the air filter in clean engine
oil,
then squeeze out all excess oil. The
engine will smoke when started if too much oil is left in the foam.
3. Wipe dirt from the air cleaner body
and
cover, using a moist rag. Be careful
to prevent dirt from entering the carburetor.
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