EarthQuake MC43E - Manual (Page 15)

Operator's Manual
MC43 Series Mini-Cultivator
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Cooling Fins
Cooling fins, air inlets and linkages must be free from any debris
before each use.
air Filter
Never run engine without air cleaner properly installed. Added
wear and engine failure may occur if air cleaner is not installed
on engine.
Service air cleaner every 3 months or after 20 hours of operation.
Clean filter daily in extremely dusty conditions.
Steps for Cleaning air Filter (Ring Style Foam Filter) - See
parts breakdown section.
1. Wash in warm water with liquid detergent and water until
dirt and debris are removed. Press filter when washing, do
not twist.
2. Rinse in warm water until soap and dirt are removed.
3. Dry filter by wrapping in a clean cloth and pressing filter un-
til it is dry.
4. Apply a lightweight motor oil or thin based machine oil to
the entire filter.
5. Remove excess oil.
6. Attach the filter and air cleaner cover to the engine
.
Steps for Cleaning air Filter (Block Style Foam Filter) - See
“Parts Breakdown” section.
1. Before removing the air filter cover, move the choke lever to
the choke position. SEE FIGURE 7.
2. To remove air filter cover, squeeze the latch tabs on both sides
of the cover. SEE FIGURE 8.
3. Once the latch tabs are released, remove the air filter cover
by rotating the cover away from the engine. SEE FIGURE 9.
4. Remove the foam filter element (SEE FIGURE 10) and replace
with a new oiled filter, or clean the original foam filter with
warm water and mild soap by following the previous steps
for cleaning the air filter. Remember to thoroughly oil the
foam filter with 30 or 40 weight motor oil and squeeze out
any excess oil.
5. Reinstall the foam filter, pressing it evenly in place to ensure that
the foam is fully seated into its sealed position. SEE FIGURE 11.
6. Replace the air filter cover so that it fully snaps into place and
is secured by the latch tabs. Check that the cover is securely
attached by pulling slightly on the cover. If the cover doesn’t
move when pulled, it is secure.
Figure 7
Figure 9
Figure 11
Figure 8
Figure 10
ImPORTaNT
NEVER TWIST aIR FIlTERS WHEN ClEaNING. alWayS PRESS.