Kohler Command PRO CV26, Service Manual

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Air Cleaner/Intake
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AIR CLEANER
These systems are CARB/EPA certi fi ed and components
should not be altered or modi fi ed in any way.
Low-Pro fi le Air Cleaner Components
B
E
F
H
A
C
D
G
A Air Cleaner Cover B Air Cleaner Knob
C Wing Nut D Element Cover
E Rubber Seal F Precleaner
G Paper Element H Air Cleaner Base
Heavy-Duty Air Cleaner Components
L
J
I
K
O
N
M
N
M
P
Q
I Air Cleaner Housing J Element
K End Cap L Dust Ejector Valve
M Retaining Clip N Inner Element
O Ejector Area P Inlet Screen
Q Filter Minder
NOTE: Operating engine with loose or damaged air
cleaner components could cause premature
wear and failure. Replace all bent or damaged
components.
NOTE: Paper element cannot be blown out with
compressed air.
Low-Pro fi le
Loosen knob and remove air cleaner cover.
Precleaner
1. Remove precleaner from paper element.
2. Replace or wash precleaner in warm water with
detergent. Rinse and allow to air dry.
3. Saturate precleaner with new engine oil; squeeze
out excess oil.
4. Reinstall precleaner over paper element.
Paper Element
1. Clean area around element. Remove wing nut,
element cover, and paper element with precleaner.
2. Separate precleaner from element; service
precleaner and replace paper element.
3. Check condition of rubber seal and replace if
necessary.
4. Install new paper element on base; install precleaner
over paper element; reinstall element cover and
secure with wing nut.
Reinstall air cleaner cover and secure with knob.
Heavy-Duty
1. Unhook retaining clips and remove end cap(s).
2. Check and clean inlet screen (if equipped).
3. Pull air cleaner element out of housing and replace.
Check condition of inner element; replace when
dirty.
4. Check all parts for wear, cracks, or damage, and that
ejector area is clean.
5. Install new element(s).
6. Reinstall end cap(s) with dust ejector valve/screen
down; secure with retaining clips.
BREATHER TUBE
Ensure sure both ends of breather tube are properly
connected.
AIR COOLING
WARNING
Hot Parts can cause severe burns.
Do not touch engine while operating or just
after stopping.
Never operate engine with heat shields or guards
removed.
Proper cooling is essential. To prevent over heating,
clean screens, cooling fi ns, and other external surfaces
of engine. Avoid spraying water at wiring harness or any
electrical components. Refer to Maintenance Schedule.