Exmark Metro 21 Series Lawn Mower User Manual


 
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4. Remove the cover and clean it thoroughly (Fig 21).
5. Remove the paper air filter and discard it as required (Fig. 22)
NOTE: Do not try to clean a paper air filter.
6. Remove the foam pre-cleaner and wash it with a mild detergent and water, then blot
it dry (Fig 21).
7. Saturate the pre-cleaner with clean engine oil, then squeeze it (do not twist) to
remove the excess oil.
8. Install the foam pre-cleaner.
9. Install the new paper air filter.
10. Install the cover and secure it with the screw.
For Honda Units:
Service Interval: Inspect the air cleaner elements after each use.
Clean the cover, base, foam and paper elements after every 25
operating hours.
Replace the elements after ever 250 operating hours (sooner if they
are damaged or excessively dirty)
NOTE: Do not operate the engine without the air cleaner assembly; extreme engine
damage will occur.
1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.
2. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug (Fig. 12 & 14)
3. Remove the 2 wing bolts that secure the cover (Fig. 23).
Figure 21
Paper Air Filter
Screw
Cover
G0215
Figure 22
G0216
Paper Air Filter
Foam Pre Cleaner