Honda HRC216HXA Owner's Manual page 39

Air Cleaner Service
A dirty air filter will restrict air flow to the carburetor, reducing engine
performance. If you operate the mower in very dusty areas, clean the
air filter more often than specified in the MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
(page 30).
NOTICE
Operating the engine without an air filter, or with damaged elements,
will allow dirt to enter the engine, causing rapid engine wear. This type
of damage is not covered by the Distributor's Limited Warranty
(page 72).
COVER
SCREWS (2)
COVER
1. Unscrew and remove the air cleaner cover screws, then remove
the air cleaner cover.
2. Remove the air filter and separate the filter elements.
3. Inspect the elements for holes, tears, or other damage, and
replace them if they are damaged.
4. Clean the elements.
Paper element: Tap the element several times on a hard surface to
remove dirt, or blow compressed air (not exceeding 30 psi
[207 kPa]) through the element from the inside. Never try to brush
off dirt; brushing will force dirt into the fibers.
SERVICING YOUR LAWN MOWER
PAPER FILTER ELEMENT
FOAM FILTER ELEMENT
AIR CLEANER HOUSING
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