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Air Cleaner
The air cleaner is one of the most impor-
tant maintenance items on the machine.
Regular inspection and replacement is
necessary to ensure proper performance
and to prolong engine life.
Inspect the
air cleaner elements daily.
If damaged
or heavily soiled, clean or replace the
elements.
1. Open the hood, release the latches on
either side of the air cleaner, then
remove the cover.
2. Remove the primary element (A). The
primary element can be cleaned and
reused up to five times, but should be
changed at least once a year.
3. Remove the secondary element (B).
The secondary element is not service-
able or washable. The secondary ele-
ment should be replaced every three
cleanings of the primary element.
To clean the primary element:
1. Remove loose dirt from the element
with compressed air or water hose.
Compressed air:
100 PSI max. 1/8”
diameter nozzle at least 2” away from
the filter element.
Water:
40 PSI max. without nozzle.
2. Soak the filter element in a non suds-
ing detergent solution for at least 15
minutes moving it gently through the
solution to further clean the element.
(Never soak for more than 24 hours.)
3. Rinse the filter thoroughly with a gen-
tle stream of water to remove all dirt
and remaining detergent.
4.
Allow the filter to dry completely
before reinstalling it into the machine.
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Do not use any heat source other than
warm air at less than 160° F to dry the filter.
CAUTION
During the engine warranty period, do not
clean the filter elements. Instead, replace
the filter elements when soiled or damaged
to comply with engine warranty require-
ments.
CAUTION
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