Scotts S1642 - Manual (Page 34)

Service Engine - 30
SERVICE ENGINE
9. Remove and replace filter element (C) ONLY if damaged
or very dirty:
• S1642 Only - Remove rubber tube sleeve (D1).
• Remove wing nut (D).
• Carefully remove paper element (E) from air cleaner
housing. REPLACE with NEW element.
10.Carefully remove element (C) from air cleaner housing.
Replace with a NEW element.
11.Carefully clean air cleaner housing. Prevent any dirt
from falling into carburetor.
12.Install precleaner onto new filter element and install into
air cleaner housing.
13.Install cover. Lower hood.
Checking and Cleaning Air Cleaner Elements
- S2046
1. Lift hood.
2. Clean any dirt and debris from the air cleaner before
removing cover.
3. Loosen knob (A) and remove cover (B).
4. Avoid dropping anything into the carburetor air intake
(C). If anything falls into the carburetor air intake it MUST
be remove.
5. Lift out filter cartridge (D) and foam precleaner (E).
6. Service precleaner:
• Wash precleaner in a solution of warm water and
liquid detergent.
• Rinse precleaner thoroughly. Squeeze out excess
water in a dry cloth until precleaner is completely dry.
• Put approximately 30 ml. (1 oz.) of clean engine oil
IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! A damaged paper
element (C) can allow dirt into the carburetor and
can cause poor engine performance, engine damage
or failure:
• DO NOT attempt to clean paper element by tapping
against another object.
• Replace element ONLY if very dirty.
• DO NOT use pressurized air to clean element.
• If element is damaged or the seal is cracked,
replace.
IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! To extend engine life,
when operating mower in extreme heat, dust or
other severe conditions, it may be necessary to
check/replace air cleaner more frequently.
IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! To prevent engine
damage, DO NOT allow any foreign objects to fall
into the carburetor air intake (C).
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A
E
D
C