SECTION 6: MAINTENANCE
AIR N ARC
®
300 SERIES ALL-IN-ONE POWER SYSTEM
®
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6. Replace cover [
C
] and wing nuts [
A
].
7. Close hood.
6.5.1.2 COMPRESSOR AIR FILTER INSPECTION
Consult
Figure 6-2
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 6.5.1.3
if filter needs to be
replaced.
6.5.1.3 COMPRESSOR AIR FILTER
REPLACEMENT
The air filter element uses a pleated paper-type filter to
carefully remove accumulated dirt before being
compression can begin.
DO NOT
clean the compressor
air filter element.
To replace worn or damaged air filter with new filter,
consult
Figure 6-1
, 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 three (3) wing nuts [
A
] from the air
filter/inlet valve cover [
C
] on the top of the
compressor unit.
3. Remove old air filter element [
B
] from air filter
housing [
D
].
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.
264154-095
WARNING
Relieve pressure from the compressor
system before removing any
components.
KEY
DESCRIPTION
A
LIGHT SHINING THROUGH PIN-
HOLES INDICATES A WORN
FILTER ELEMENT
B
TYPICAL LIGHT SOURCE
PLACED WITHIN FILTER TO
SHINE OUTWARD
Figure 6-2: Air Filter Inspection
A
B
