How To Clean The Air Filter - OREC SNOW RHINO Owner's Manual

5.1.4 How to Lubricate Each Part
・ Be sure to lubricate each part with grease or lubricating oil ( #30 ) for every 30 hours of use. If you neglect
lubrication and allow oil to run out, machine operation will become sluggish and the machine could be
damaged.
Tension Arm
5.2 How to inspect, Maintain, and Adjust each engine part
5.2.1

How to clean the air filter

WARNING
・ To avoid fire and damage to the machine, always keep the air filter and recoil starter free of debris.
・Do not start the engine with the air filter removed. Dirt and dust will be sucked into the engine, causing
engine trouble and abnormal wear and tear.
CAUTION
・ When washing the foam element, remove it gently to avoid tearing.
Recommended cleaning and replacement schedule for the foam element (approx)
Cleaning
Replacement
・ Take care to clean the filter more frequently when operating in an environment with a lot of dust or grime.
Controls
1. Unscrew the wing nut and remove the air cleaner cover.
2. Remove the paper and foam elements and check for damage. Note:
Replace with new parts if damaged.
3. Wash the foam element with a pH neutral detergent. After
sure to squeeze out all the water and allow it to dry. After that, soak it in
new engine oil (SAE10W-30 equivalent), wring it out thoroughly, and then
shake to remove any surplus oil.
4. Lightly tap the paper element several times to remove any waste. Blow
any dirt from the inside of the filter in an outward
5. Wipe any dirt from the inside of the case and reassemble back to its
original position.
Every time after operation
Every 100 hours
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