Echo SRM-280U Serial S75012007707 - S75012010175 - Manual (Page 23)

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aIr fIlter
Level 1.
Parts required: REPOWER TM AIR & FUEL FILTER KIT.
1. Close choke (cold start position). This prevents dirt from entering
the carburetor throat when the air filter is removed. Brush accumu-
lated dirt from air cleaner area.
2. Remove air filter cover and air filter retainer from inside cover.
Brush dirt from inside cover.
3. Replace filter if it is damaged, very dirty, or the rubber sealing
edges are deformed.
4. Remove foam pre-filter and air filter and clean as indicated below:
Foam Pre-filter
• Clean foam filter in water/detergent solution and rinse with clean
water.
• Wrap the filter in a clean, dry cloth and squeeze (do not wring) dry.
Allow to dry completely before reuse. Do not oil.
Dual Layer Air Filter
• Lightly brush debris from filter.
• Soak heavily soiled filters in water/detergent solution to loosen dirt,
then brush lightly.
• Rinse with clean water and allow to dry completely before reuse.
5. Place foam pre-filter over raised center and inside outer lip of air
filter. Install air filter in air filter case.
6. Install air filter retainer on post in air filter cover, flat side up.
7. Install air filter cover and tighten cover knob securely.
fuel fIlter
Level 1.
Parts required: REPOWER TM AIR & FUEL FILTER KIT.
DANGER
Fuel is VERy flammable. Use extreme care when mixing, storing
or handling, or serious personal injury may result.
1. Use a clean rag to remove loose dirt from around fuel cap and
empty fuel tank.
2. Use the “fuel line hook” to pull the fuel line and filter from the
tank.
3. Remove the filter from the line and install the new filter.
NOTE
Federal EPA regulations require all model year 2012 and later gasoline powered engines produced for sale in the
United States to be equipped with a special low permeation fuel supply hose between the carburetor and fuel tank.
When servicing model year 2012 and later equipment, only fuel supply hoses certified by EPA can be used to replace
the original equipment supply hose. Fines up to $37,500 may be enforced for using an un-certified replacement part.