Yamaha YFM7FGPW Service Manual page 113

CLEANING THE AIR FILTER ELEMENT
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2. Remove:
• air filter case cover 1
3. Remove:
• air filter element 1
• air filter element frame 2
CAUTION:
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The engine should never be run without the
air filter; excessive piston and/or cylinder
wear may result.
4. Check:
• air filter element
• air filter element frame
Damage → Replace.
5. Clean:
• air filter element
Use compressed air to blow off dust from
the inner surface of the element.
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a. Wash the element gently, but thoroughly in
solvent.
WARNING
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Use a cleaning solvent which is designed
to clean parts only. Never use gasoline or
low flash point solvents as they may cause
a fire or explosion.
b. Squeeze the excess solvent out of the ele-
ment and let it dry.
CAUTION:
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Do not twist or wring out the element. This
could damage the foam material.
c. Apply Yamaha foam air filter oil or other
quality foam air filter oil to the element.
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