Cleaning Air Intake Screen and Engine Fins

CAUTION: Avoid injury! Compressed air can cause debris to fly a long distance.

• Clear work area of bystanders.
• Wear eye protection when using compressed air for cleaning purposes.
• Reduce compressed air pressure to specification.

  Item	Measurement	Specification
  Air	Pressure	210 kPa (30 psi)

IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! An obstructed air intake screen can cause engine damage due to overheating. Keep air intake screen and other external surfaces of the engine, including cooling fins, clean at all times to allow adequate air intake.

1. Park machine safely. (See Parking Safely in the SAFETY Section.)

2. Clean air intake screen on top of engine and external surfaces with rag, brush, vacuum, or compressed air.