g017342Figure 324. Close the fuel-shutoff valve; refer to Fuel ShutoffValve (page 13).Important: If you are repairing the machine,empty the fuel tank.5. After performing the maintenance procedure(s),open the fuel valve and connect the spark-plugwire to the spark plug.Replacing the Air CleanerService Interval: Yearly1. Press down on the latch tabs at top of theair-filter cover (Figure 33).g364771Figure 331. Latch tabs (air-filter cover) 3. Air-filter base2. Filter element2. Remove the cover.3. Remove the filter element (Figure 33).4. Inspect the paper air filter.A. If the filter damaged, wet with oil or fuel, andexcessively dirty, replace it.B. If the filter is dirty, tap it on a hard surfaceseveral times or blow compressed air lessthan 207 kPa (30 psi) through the side ofthe filter that faces the engine.Note: Do not brush the dirt off the filter;brushing forces dirt into the fibers.5. Clean the air-filter base and cover using a moistrag. Do not wipe dirt into the air duct.6. Insert the filter into the filter base.7. Install the cover.19