Honeywell HW4000 Service Manual page 28

CONSUMER MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
AIR FILTER MAINTENANCE
NOTICE
A dirty air filter will restrict air flow to carburetor, which may
cause poor engine performance or damage.
Never run the generator without air cleaner assembly prop-
erly attached.
Clean air cleaner filter every 50 hours of generator opera-
tion. If operating generator in extremely dusty areas, clean
air filter more frequently.
Gasoline and flammable solvents can cause fire or
explosion. NEVER use gasoline or flammable sol-
vent to clean air cleaner element.
• Use only household soap and water to clean air
cleaner element.
To clean air filter, you will need:
Household soap and water
Clean, dry cloth
Clean engine oil
Stop engine if it is running.
1.
2. Remove air cleaner cover.
Turn thumbscrew counterclock wise to loosen and
2A.
remove.
FIGURE 7-2: Air Cleaner Cover
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WARNING
Push upward at bottom of cover to release plastic
2B.
tabs.
FIGURE 7-3: Air Cleaner Cover Release Tabs
Pull out foam air filter.
3.
FIGURE 7-4: Air Filter Removal
Wash air filter in a solution of household soap and
4.
warm water.
FIGURE 7-5: Wash Air Filter
5. Using a clean, absorbent cloth, squeeze air cleaner
element dry, being careful not to twist or tear the filter.
FIGURE 7-6: Dry Air Filter
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