3to 11hp 4-cycle l-head engines - Small Engine Suppliers

SERVICE
Service on the polyurethane element (cleaning and oiling) is recommended every three months or every twenty five
operating hours, whichever comes first. Extremely dirty or dusty conditions may require daily cleanings.
The paper filter element should be replaced at least once a year or more frequently if operated in dusty or dirty conditions.
NOTE: NEVER RUN THE ENGINE WITHOUT THE COMPLETE AIR CLEANER ASSEMBLY INSTALLED ON THE
ENGINE. ALWAYS REPLACE THE FILTER ELEMENT WITH THE PROPER TECUMSEH ORIGINAL REPLACEMENT
PART.
DISASSEMBLY PROCEDURE
1. Unlock the tabs or remove the screws, wingnuts or
snaps holding the air cleaner cover in place.
2. Remove the hex nuts holding the element down if
equipped. New nuts are supplied with a new filter and
MUST be used for proper sealing.
3. Clean the excess contaminants out of the air cleaner
body before removing the old element.
4. Remove the old element and the polyurethane precleaner
if equipped.
5. On air cleaners that use a flocked screen under the
polyurethane element, remove the air cleaner assembly
from the carburetor before removing the flocked screen.
This prevents dirt from entering the carburetor (diag 3).
6. Clean the inside of the cover and body, remove the old
gasket between the carburetor and the air cleaner
assembly.
7. Reinstall the air cleaner assembly using a new gasket.
8. Use the reverse procedure for reassembly. When
installing the foam polyurethane pre-cleaner, make sure
the seam is installed to the outside to prevent gaps
between the paper element and the pre-cleaner.
POLYURETHANE-TYPE FILTER ELEMENT
AIR CLEANER
BODY
FOAM
ELEMENT
1/2" (12.7 mm)
FOAM
WITH FLOCKED
SCREEN
ATTACHED
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This type of air filter can be serviced when restricted with dust or dirt. Wash the filter or pre-cleaner in a liquid detergent
and water solution until all the dirt is removed. Rinse in clear water to remove the detergent solution. Squeeze the
element (do not twist) to remove the excess water. Wrap the element in a clean cloth and squeeze it (do not twist) until
completely dry.
Re-oil the element by applying engine oil and squeezing it vigorously to distribute the oil. Roll the element in a cloth and
squeeze it (do not twist) to remove the excess oil.
Clean the air cleaner housing and cover being careful not to allow dirt to fall into the carburetor or intake pipe.
PAPER -TYPE FILTER ELEMENT
Paper type air filter elements can only be serviced by replacement. Do not attempt to clean a paper filter element.
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