AIR N ARC
®
300 SERIES ALL-IN-ONE POWER SYSTEM
®
SECTION 6: MAINTENANCE
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5. Re-seat the filter element [
C
] onto the air filter
mounting posts [
D
].
6. Replace cover [
B
] and wing nuts [
A
].
7. Close hood.
6.6.1.2 COMPRESSOR AIR FILTER INSPECTION
Consult
Figure 6-4
and the following procedure to
inspect the compressor air filter
.
1. Place a bright light source inside of the filter
element and carefully inspect the filter from
the outside in a dark environment to detect
any pinholes or tears that may have
developed.
2. Inspect the gaskets on the top and bottom of
the air filter for any damage or wear.
3. Replace the element if it shows any damage
or wear even if the inspection occurs before
the recommended replacement interval.
Consult
Section 6.6.1.3
if filter needs to be
replaced.
6.6.1.3 COMPRESSOR AIR FILTER
REPLACEMENT
The air filter element uses a pleated paper-type filter to
carefully remove accumulated dirt before compression
can begin.
DO NOT
clean the compressor air filter
element.
To replace worn or damaged air filter with new filter,
consult
Figure 6-3
, and the following procedure:
1. With the machine off and the ignition key
removed, open the hood panel and locate
the compressor air filter.
2. Remove two (2) wing nuts [
A
] from the air
filter cover [
B
] at the top of the compressor
unit.
TOOLS/ITEMS NEEDED
REPLACEMENT
PART(S)
Light source
Not Applicable
TOOLS/ITEMS NEEDED
REPLACEMENT
PART(S)
Container large enough
to accommodate filter
Air Filter Element
No.
264469
KEY
DESCRIPTION
A
Light shining through pin holes
indicates a worn filter element
B
Typical light source placed within
filter to shine outward
Figure 6-4: Air Filter Inspection
A
B
WARNING
Relieve pressure from the compressor
system before removing any
components.
