Briggs & Stratton — Cleaning Pre-Cleaners and Cartridges
Maintenance · Air cleaner
From a Briggs & Stratton owner's manual — check it applies to your exact model before use.
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Before you start
- Do not use pressurized air or solvents to clean cartridge.
Procedure
- Pre-cleaner: separate from cartridge and wash in liquid detergent and water. Squeeze dry in a clean cloth.
- Saturate pre-cleaner in engine oil. Squeeze in clean, absorbent cloth to remove all EXCESS oil.
- Cartridge: gently tap on a flat surface to clean.
Source: Briggs & Stratton owner's manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.