Maintenance Section
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When Required
You must read and understand the warnings and instructions contained in the Safety section of this manual,
before performing any operation or maintenance procedures.
When required indicates no set schedule for review or replacement. This should be done based on operational
conditions and operational environment. The Air filtration system should be kept as clean as possible and
checked as often as the operational conditions demand. The harsher the application the more frequently the
air filter should be checked. In some applications daily inspection may be required.
Air Intake System - Check, Clean
Precleaner (If Equipped)
NOTICE
Never service precleaner with the engine running.
1.
Check the precleaner bowl for dirt build-up.
2. If the dirt is up to the line, remove the precleaner
bowl and empty it. Periodically wash the cover
and bowl in water.
Servicing Filter Element
NOTICE
Never service filter with the engine running.
1.
Service the air cleaner when the red target in the
service indicator stays locked in the visible
position with the engine stopped.
2. To service the air cleaner, raise the hood and
seat assembly. Make certain the support cylinder
securely holds the hood open. Loosen the cover
latches and remove the cover.
3.
Rotate the element slightly to separate it from its
base and remove it from the air cleaner housing.
4. Clean and inspect the element or replace with a
new element. See topic, “Cleaning Primary Filter