Cleaning Air Intake Screen and Engine Fins

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 210 kPa (30 psi).

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. Lift hood.

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    Twin cylinder engine shown

    Clean air intake screen (A), cooling fins and external surfaces with rag, brush, vacuum or compressed air.


  4. Lower hood.

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