allen MSP455 - Air Filter Maintenance

052793 - 03/2013
SECTION 3
SERVICE
Page 3-3
Pre-Cleaner Maintenance Procedure
This engine is equipped with a large capacity, dual element air lter—an oiled, foam pre-cleaner sur-
rounds a high density paper element.
Loosen knob and remove air cleaner cover.
Precleaner
1. Remove precleaner from paper element.
2. Replace or wash precleaner in warm water with detergent. Rinse and allow to air dry.
3. Saturate precleaner with new engine oil; squeeze out excess oil.
4. Reinstall precleaner over paper element.
Paper Element
1. Clean area around element. Remove wing nut, element cover, and paper element with precleaner.
2. Separate precleaner from element; service precleaner and replace paper element.
3. Check condition of rubber seal and replace if necessary.
4. Install new paper element on base; install precleaner over paper element; reinstall element cover
and secure with wing nut.
Reinstall air cleaner cover and secure with knob.
Air Filter Maintenance