Honda GXV610 Owner's Manual page 33

SERVICING YOUR HONDA ENGINE
5. Clean the air filter elements if they are to be reused.
Paper filter element: Tap the filter element several times on a hard surface
to remove dirt, or blow compressed air [not exceeding 30 psi (207 kPa, 2.1
kg/cm')] through the filter element from the air cleaner cover side. Never try
to brush off dirt; brushing will force dirt into the fibers. Replace the paper
filter element and both gaskets if it is excessively dirty.
Foam filter element: Clean in warm soapy water, rinse, and allow to dry
thoroughly. Or clean in nonflammable solvent and allow to dry. Dip the filter
element in clean engine oil, then squeeze out all excess oil. The engine will
smoke when started if too much oil is left in the foam.
6. Wipe dirt from the inside of the air cleaner body and cover, using a moist
rag. Be careful to prevent dirt from entering the clean chamber that leads
to the carburetor.
7. Place the foam filter element to the air cleaner body. Be sure the gaskets
are in place, then reinstall the paper filter element and cover. Tighten the
wing bolt securely.
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