T00797GB 28MAINTENANCEAir filterAir filter inspection:- Check and, if necessary, remove coarse dirt accumulation such as leaves, dust deposits etc. from airadmission holes.- Examine and, if necessary, clean dust outlet (l) openings of cyclone prefilter.- Air filter service indicator: Start engine and push throttle to full rpm’s for a few seconds.The filter system must be cleaned if the bellows contracts and covers the green ring (m). Check the bellowsoften per day when working in extremely dusty conditions.Air filter maintenance:1. Loosen wing (thumb) screw (o) and carefully remove with cover (p). One turn of the cover (p) by 90˚ towardsthe right makes removing easier.2. Carefully remove filter element (r).3. Check conditions and cleanliness of valve plate (u).4. Knock the dry dirt out of the filter element.*ATTENTION! Do not clean the filter element with compressed air to avoid causing damages.Note: Check the filter insert for cracks or other damages while holding it against a light or whenilluminating it with a lamp.Do not reuse the filter element if you have determine any kind of damages in the area of thefiltering paper (s) or, as the case may be, in the area of the sealing lip (t).5. Replace the filter element if the maintenance plan requires it.6. Follow the disassembly procedure in reverse order to refit the filter.po rstulm