Panther T14R - Operation and maintenance manual
ENGINE AND SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
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REPLACING THE ENGINE AIR FILTER
If the clogged air filter fault shows that filter replace-
ment is required, proceed as follows:
» Position a small bowl under the dust purge valve.
Squeeze the rubber valve to release the dust.
» Unlatch and remove the cover on the filter housing.
Figure 205
1. Main air filter element
2. Flat spot
3. Secondary filter element
4. Alignment tab
» Remove the existing filters and discard them.
» Push the primary filter toward the empty space in
the housing and then pull it out.
» Pull the primary filter toward the empty space in
the housing and then pull it out.
» Inspect and clean the interior of the filter housing.
NOTE : If the housing is to remains without a filter
for a while or if air is dusty, plug interior cavities and
re-install cover to prevent contamination.
» If required, remove temporary material that was
used to protect cavities from contaminant.
» Install the new filters in the housing.
» Install the secondary filter first, the alignment tab
toward the cavity at the bottom of the housing.
» Install the primary filter in the housing, the flat
spot toward the cover.
» Re-install the cover and engage the latches.
NOTICE
Do not run the engine without an air filter. Dirt
and debris could cause permanent damage to
the engine.
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CLOGGED AIR FILTER INDICATOR
There is no visual indication on the air filter sensor
itself, the signal of the switch is sent to the LCD dis-
play in the cab.
Figure 206
1. Air filter housing
2. Clogged air filter sensor
When restriction is detected in the filter, the display in
the cab will show a red engine icon with a white arrow.
Figure 207
Red icon indicating restriction on the engine air filter
Operating in a Dusty Environment
If operating in a dusty environment, it is very important
to ensure that dust and debris do not restrict cooling
and normal engine operation. Keep all radiators and
oil cooler clean as much as possible and ensure the
engine air intake filter remains unobstructed. Learn to
identify critical components, indicators and routinely
perform maintenance procedures to avoid component
overheating and engine problems.
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