Ingersoll Rand — Throttle Lever Removal and Muffler Element Service

A Ingersoll Rand service procedure — check it applies to your exact model before use.

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Procedure

1. Lightly grasp the Exhaust Deflector in copper-covered vise jaws taking care not to distort the Deflector
2. Using a pin punch and hammer, carefully drive the pin in the center of the rivet inward until it clears the rivet
3. Repeat this procedure to remove the other pin
4. Working inside the Exhaust Deflector and using needle nose pliers, squeeze the ends of rivets and push the rivets through the opposite side
5. Remove the Throttle Lever (22)
6. Using a 5/64 hex wrench, loosen and remove the Throttle Valve Housing Cap Screws (13E) and Lock Washers (13F)
7. Remove the Throttle Valve Housing and Seal (13D) from the Motor Housing (1)
8. Work the four Muffler Elements (17) out of the Exhaust Deflector
9. Insert the eraser end of a wooden pencil into the small end of the Inlet Bushing Assembly and push the Inlet Screen (28A) out

Source: manual:16575243ed2b.pdf. Figures and steps are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.