PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
7. Install the sponge material onto
the frame, insert the air filter ele-
ment into the air filter case, and
then install the air filter case
cover by installing the holding
clips.
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8 Make sure that the air filter ele-
ment is properly seated in the
air filter case.
8 The engine should never be
operated without the air filter
element installed, otherwise
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the piston and/or cylinder may
become excessively worn.
8. Install the panel.
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1. Bolt (×3)
Cleaning the spark arrester
NOTE:
Make sure to select a well-ventilated
area free of combustible materials to
clean the spark arrester.
1. Remove the tailpipe by removing
the bolts, and then pulling it out
of the muffler.
1. Tailpipe
2. Spark arrester
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NOTE:
Make sure to align the bolt holes
when inserting the tailpipe.
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2. Tap the tailpipe lightly, and then
use a wire brush to remove any
carbon deposits from the spark
arrester portion of the tailpipe.
3. Insert the tailpipe into the muf-
fler, and then install and tighten
the bolts.