Cleaning The Air Filter - Stihl MS 260 Manual De Instrucciones

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Cleaning the Air Filter

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If there is a noticeable loss of engine
power
: Set the Master Control lever (1) to
l
: Turn the twist lock (2)above the rear
handle 90° counterclockwise.
: Lift off the carburetor box cover (3)
vertically.
: Clean away loose dirt from around
the filter.
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: Unscrew the slotted nuts (4).
: Remove the filter.
: Separate the two halves of the filter.
: Knock the filter out on the palm of
your hand or blow it clear with
compressed air from the inside
outwards.
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In case of stubborn dirt:
: Wash the filter components in
STIHL universal cleaner or a clean,
non-flammable solution (e.g. warm
soapy water) and then dry.
Do not use a brush to clean the fleece
filter.
: Always replace a damaged filter
element.
: Make sure that the choke shutter (5)
with spring is properly fitted.
: Reinstall the air filter.
MS 260