Snapper LT-200 Series Operator's Manual page 73

Air Filter and Pre-Cleaner Service
Service Intervah Every 25 hours or as required.
1. Loosen the air filter cover screws (A, Figure 26) and
remove the air filter cover.
2. Locate the air filter cartridge (A, Figure 27). Pull up on
the front edge of the cartridge until it snaps out of
place.
3. Inspect the cartridge for dirt or damage.
If the thin foam sleeve surrounding the filter is
damaged, replacethe filer. DO NOToil the foam sleave
or cartridge. If there is oil of heavy dirt on the
cartridge, replaceit.
DONOT use pressurized air or solvents to clean the
filter cartridge.
Removeany dirt from the air filter housing.
4. Replacethe cartridge by aligning the hole of the
cartridge with the air vent (A, Figure 28).
5. Push the cartridge in toward the engine until it snaps
into place.
6. Reinstall the air filter cover and tighten the screws (A,
Figure 26).
Figure 26. Air Filter Cover
A - Air Filter Cover Screws
Figure 27. Air Filter Removal
A - Filter Cartridge
Figure 28. Air Filter Installation
A - Filter Cartridge
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