Air Filter Maintenance - Smarter tools AP2000I Manual Del Usuario

5.4 Air Filter Maintenance

Should be performed every 6 months or
100 hours. The air filter may need to be
cleaned more frequently when using in
unusually wet or dusty areas.
1. Remove the screws ① and
then remove the cover ②.
2. Remove the screws ① and
then remove the air filter case
cover ②.
3. Remove the foam element ①.
4. Wash the foam element in
solvent and dry it.
5. Oil the foam element and
squeeze out excess oil. The
foam element should be wet
but not dripping.
NOTE: Do not wring out the foam
element when squeezing it. This could
cause it to tear.
6. Insert the foam element into
the air filter case. Be sure the
foam element sealing surface
matches the air filter so there
is no air leak.
NOTE: The engine should never run
without the foam element.
7. Install air filter case cover,
cover, and screws.
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