Briggs & Stratton VANGUARD 582447 - Manual (Page 12)

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MAINTENANCE
REGULAR MAINTENANCE
continued
CHANGING OIL FILTER
[1]. Perform this maintenance during oil change main-
tenance. Drain engine oil as described for oil
change, and remove oil filter.
[2]. Before installing new filter, apply to filter gasket
fresh, clean oil.
[3]. Screw filter on by hand until gasket contacts oil
filter adapter. Tighten 1/2 to 3/4 turn more.
[4]. Add fresh oil. Follow steps as described for oil
change.
[5]. Check for oil leaks around filter.
WARNING
• Disconnect battery at
negative terminal.
OIL DRAIN PLUG
OIL FILTER
OIL DRAIN PLUG
Oil drain/Oil filter
AIR CLEANER
Note: Air cleaner may be supplied by equipment manufacturer.
Cartridge
To clean cartridge, gently tap on end with handle of
screwdriver. (Replace cartridge if very dirty or damaged.)
CAUTION: Do not use pressurized air or solvents
to clean cartridge. Pressurized air can damage
cartridge; solvents will dissolve cartridge.
[1]. Unlock clamps and remove cover.
[2]. Remove cartridge from air cleaner body.
[3]. Carefully clean out air cleaner cover.
[4]. Install cartridge in body.
[5]. Install cover and lock clamps.
CLAMPS
AIR
CLEANER
BODY
CARTRIDGE
COVER