Cleaning Air Filter Element - Tao Motor Boulder B1 Owner's Manual

CLEANING AIR FILTER ELEMENT

The air filter element should be serviced at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart. Clean and replace as needed.
Clean and replace air filter more frequently if used in dusty or dirty areas.
NOTICE
The air filter element should be cleaned every 20-40 hours. It should be cleaned and lubricated more often if the ATV is operated In extremely
dusty areas. When servicing the air filter element, be sure to check the air inlet of the air filter case for obstructions.
1. Park the ATV on a level surface.
2. Remove the seat.
3. Remove the air filter cover by removing the two phillips screws .
4. Remove the air filter element and clean it with foam air filter cleaning solution.
5. Squeeze the excess solvent out of the air filter element and let it dry.
6. Check the air filter element and replace it if damaged.
7. Apply foam air filter oil or other quality foam air filter oil to the foam element.
8. Insert the air filter element into the air filter housing .
9. Install the air filter cover and the two phillips screws.
10. Install the seat.
Never use low-flash-point solvents or gasoline to clean the air filter element because the engine could catch fire or
explode.
Do not twist the air filter element when squeezing it. Make sure that the air filter element is properly seated in the air
filter case. Never operate the engine with the air filter element removed. This will allow unfiltered air to enter the
engine, causing rapid engine wear and possible engine damage. Additionally, operation without the air filter element
will affect carburetor jetting with subsequent poor performance and possible engine overheating.
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1. Air Filter Cover Screws
2. Air Filter Housing
3. Air Filter Element Screen
4. Air Filter Element
5. Air Filter Cover