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3.5 Air Cleaner

At the interval specified in the service schedule, inspect,

clean, or replace the air cleaner element. Clean the

element more frequently if the generator operates in

dirty, dusty conditions.

accumulated oil or dirt that could cause poor

performance. Replace a damaged air cleaner element.

Follow the procedure described below. At the time of

service, clean the air cleaner breather pipe and remove

all dust and foreign matter from the air cleaner housing.

Air Cleaner Element Cleaning or Replacement

Procedure

1. Loosen the eyebolt and clamp to remove the air

cleaner cover.

2. Remove the wing nut and slide the air cleaner

element from the threaded rod.

3. Tap the element lightly against a flat surface to

dislodge loose surface dirt. Do not clean the

element in any liquid or use compressed air as

these will damage the filter element.

4. Wipe the cover and base with a clean rag to remove

any dirt.

5. Ensure tight clamps at the inlet/outlet connections.

6. Install the air cleaner element on the threaded rod.

Tighten the wing nut.

7. Position the cover with the arrow up; place the clamp

over the base and cover and tighten the eyebolt.

1. Eyebolt/clamp

2. Base

3. Cover

4. Element

5. Threaded rod

6. Wing nut

Figure 3-6 Air Cleaner Components

Section 3 Scheduled Maintenance

Check the element for

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3.6 Exhaust System

WARNING

Carbon monoxide.

Can

cause

fainting, or death.

The

exhaust

leakproof and routinely inspected.

Inspecting the exhaust system. Carbon monoxide can

cause severe nausea, fainting, or death. For the safety of

the vehicle's occupants, install a carbon monoxide detector.

Never operate the generator set without a functioning carbon

monoxide detector.

Inspect the detector before each

generator set use.

At the interval specified in the service schedule, inspect

the exhaust system. See Section 1 for the exhaust

outlet location.

Inspection Points

Check for exhaust leaks and blockages. Check the

muffler and piping condition and check for tight exhaust

system connections.

Inspect the exhaust system components for cracks and

corrosion (exhaust manifold, exhaust line, exhaust

clamps, and muffler).

Check for corroded or broken metal parts and replace

them as needed.

Check for loose, corroded, or missing clamps and

hangers. Tighten or replace the exhaust clamps

and/or hangers as needed.

Check that the exhaust outlet is unobstructed.

Check the exhaust gas color. If the exhaust is blue or

black, contact your local distributor/dealer.

Visually inspect the exhaust system for exhaust leaks

(blowby).

Check for carbon or soot residue on

exhaust components.

indicates an exhaust leak. Seal leaks as needed.

Ensure that the carbon monoxide detector is (1) in the

vehicle, (2) functional, and (3) energized whenever

the generator set operates.

For your safety: Never operate the generator set

without

monoxide detector(s) for your

safety and the safety of others.

severe

nausea,

system

must

Carbon and soot residue

functioning

carbon

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