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2. Remove the air filter cover and set aside.
3. Remove both the primary and secondary air filter
elements (Figure 34) from the case/body.
Figure 34. Removing Air Filter Elements
4. Check both the primary and secondary air filter
elements for heavy buildup of dirt and debris.
5. If the primary air filter element (paper air filter) is dirty,
replace it.
DO NOT
attempt to clean it.
AIR FILTER
CASE/BODY
SECONDARY
AIR FILTER
PRIMARY
AIR FILTER
TAB (2)
KNOB
PULL
PULL
NOTICE
Operating the engine with loose or damaged air filter
components could allow unfiltered air into the engine
causing premature wear and failure.
MAINTENANCE
GENERAL INSPECTION
Prior to each use, the generator should be cleaned and
inspected for deficiencies. Check for loose, missing or
damaged nuts, bolts, and other fasteners. Also check for
fuel, oil, and coolant leaks. Use Table 18 as a general
maintenance guideline. For engine maintenance, refer to
the engine maintenance manual.
AIR FILTER
Inspect or replace the primary and secondary air filters
every 500 hours.
This Cummins diesel engine is equipped with a
replaceable, high-density paper air cleaner element
(Figure 34).This air cleaner is also equipped with an inner
element (secondary) that is used as a backup filter should
the primary element becomes damaged.
Check the air cleaner daily or before starting the engine and
Replace the air cleaner element every 500 hours.
1. Release the four latches (Figure 33) that secures the
cover to the air cleaner body.
Figure 33. Air Filter Cover
LATCH (4)
AIR FILTER COVER
