Cleaning a small engine air filter

longwalks1

thought I’d ask in this section as most likely get an answer. I’ve got a petrol compactor plate, with a copy of a Honda GX120 engine.  The air filter is a kind of metal honeycomb frame with a concertina paper element, covered by a foam sleeve (if you search ‘GX120 air filter’ you’ll see the type)

how do i I clean it please? Some say compressed air the paper internals and wash the foam fleece in hot water, and others say to clean the paper/honeycomb main part and soak it in engine oil and allow it to dry? 
No manual with it - but I do know the air filter needs a clean - help 

AdrianC

For the few quid they cost, why not just replace it?

EdGasketTheSecond

They are meant to be replaced, not cleaned:

https://www.gardenhirespares.co.uk/1050-2-honda-gx110-gx120-air-filter-pack-of-2.html?fee=2&fep=6734&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=google-ps&gclid=Cj0KCQjw7sz6BRDYARIsAPHzrNIlTI94qfGExenggMSs-k8u871O_7WdBaRYl28N6V8fIN_167PyQQwaAiIAEALw_wcB

longwalks1

Ahhh OK guys, cheers will order a couple