Air Filter; Briggs & Stratton Engine - Husqvarna 968999657 Operator's Manual

Air filter

Briggs & Stratton Engine
Standard air filter
If the engine seems weak or runs unevenly, the air
filter may be clogged. If run with a dirty air filter, the
spark plugs can become fouled disrupting operation.
For this reason, it is important to replace the air filter
regularly (see the heading Maintenance Schedule for
the proper service interval).
Cleaning/replacing the air filter is carried out as
follows:
WARNING!
The engine and the exhaust
system, become very hot during
operation. Risk for burns if
touched.
Allow engine and exhaust
system to cool at least two (2)
minutes.
1. Remove the air filter cowling
2. Remove the filter cartridge.
3. Remove the foam filter (pre-cleaner). Clean the
foam filter with liquid detergent and water. Squeeze
dry in a clean cloth. Saturate with engine oil and
squeeze it inside a clean absorbent cloth.
4. Tap the paper filter against a fixed surface to
remove dust. If the paper filter is still dirty, it must
be replaced.
IMPORTANT INfORMATION
Do not used compressed air to clean the
air filter.
Do not wash the paper filter.
Do not oil the paper filter.
5. Wipe clean the inside of air filter housing.
6. Refit the foam filter (pre filter).
7. Mount the filter in the air filter housing.
8. Replace the cowling over the air filter housing.
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MAINTENANCE
IMPORTANT INfORMATION
Please see the manual of the engine
manufacturer for any additional
instructions, including safety instructions.
Remove filter
Install filter
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