Introduction
This is a prerequisite guide! This guide is part of another procedure and is not meant to be used alone.
This guide contains intermediate disassembly steps, including removing the air filter housing and carburetor.
Tools
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Use a mallet and punch to tap out the front collar (closest to the electrical panel) securing the motor assembly to the under-cover.
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Begin separating the left shroud from the engine assembly by pulling it away from the assembly.
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Pull along the edge of the shroud until you separate the shroud from the engine assembly.
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Remove the shroud.
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Remove the air filters from the filter box.
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Clean the filters in warm soapy water
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Allow the filters to dry thoroughly
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Dip the filters in clean engine oil, and squeeze out excess oil
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Use a flathead screwdriver to unclip the carburetor wires from the side of the motor assembly.
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Begin separating the right shroud from the engine assembly by pulling it away from the assembly.
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Pull the shroud away along the edge. Use a flathead screwdriver to pry it out of the engine assembly groove.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.