PH4000Ri/E Owner’s Manual
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7.4.
Air cleaner service
A dirty air cleaner will restrict air flow to the combustion system. To prevent malfunction, service the air cleaner regularly.
Service more frequently when operating the generator in extremely dirty areas.
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Do not use gasoline or low flash point solvents for cleaning. They are flammable and explosive under
certain conditions.
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Never run the generator without the air cleaner; rapid engine wear may result.
1.
Loosen the cover screws and remove the maintenance door.
2.
Remove the cartridge retaining screws. Remove the cartridge and check the element. Clean or replace the element
if necessary.
3.
Wash the element in a non-flammable or low flash point solvent and dry it thoroughly.
4.
Soak the element in clean engine oil and squeeze out the excess oil.
5.
Reinstall the air filter element and the air cleaner cartridge. Tighten the cartridge screws securely.
6.
Reinstall the maintenance door and tighten the screws securely.
WARNING
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CAUTION
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Air Cleaner Cartridge
Air Cleaner Element
Maintenance Door
Air Cleaner Case
