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5.5.3 Servicing air filter engine
5.5.3.1 Main parts
5.5.3.2 Recommendation
– New elements must also be inspected for tears or
punctures before installation.
– Discard the filter element (4) when damaged.
– In heavy duty applications it is recommended to
install a safety cartridge which can be ordered
with part no.: 2914 9307 00.
– A dirty safety cartridge (3) is an indication of a
malfunctioning air filter element (4). Replace the
element and the safety cartridge in this case.
– The safety cartridge (3) cannot be cleaned.
5.5.3.3 Cleaning the dust trap
To remove dust from the dust trap (2) pinch the dust
evacuator (6) several times.
5.5.3.4 Replacing the air filter element
– Release the snap clips (1) and remove the dust trap
(2). Clean the trap.
– Remove the element (4) from the housing (5).
– Reassemble in reverse order of dismantling.
– Inspect and tighten all air intake connections.
– Reset the vacuum indicator.
1Snap clips
2Dust trap
3 Safety cartridge
4 Filter element
5 Filter housing
6 Dust evacuator
The Atlas Copco air filters are
specially designed for the
application. The use of non-genuine
air filters may lead to severe
damage of engine and/or alternator.
Never run the generator without air
filter element.