GB-15
JACOBSEN G-PLEX III Series: DN & DP
MAINTENANCE AND PARTS MANUAL
GB
5 LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE
5.9 AIR FILTER - GASOLINE
NOTICE
DO NOT use bent or dented air cleaner housing. DO
NOT use bent or dented air cleaner elements.
IMPORTANT!
WE RECOMMEND THAT THE FILTER ELEMENT
BE REPLACED BEFORE ENGINE PERFORMANCE
IS AFFECTED. THIS MAY OCCUR AT 250 HOURS
OF SERVICE UNDER VERY DUSTY CONDITIONS
OR AT 500 HOURS UNDER NORMAL OPERATING
CONDITIONS. WE DO NOT RECOMMEND
CLEANING THE FILTER ELEMENT BECAUSE OF
THE POSSIBILITY OF DAMAGING IT.
CHECKING THE ELEMENT
To check for damage, pin holes, etc. shine a light
source into the end of the element. If light CANNOT
be seen through the paper, a new element should be
installed. Likewise, if pinholes of bright light appear
in the paper, the element should be replaced (See
Fig. 5.9.1).
Pre-Cleaner
To clean the pre cleaner, seperate it from the
cartridge and wash in liquid detergent and water.
Squeeze dry in a clean cloth.
Fig. 5.9.1
A. Cover, B. Clips, C. Plate, D. Knob
E. Cartidge, F. Foam Pre-Cleaner, G. Body
Removing / Installing Air Cleaner
1. Unhook clips on both sides of cover and
remove cover.
2. Remove knob and plate. Carefully remove
air cleaner assembly to prevent debris
from entering carburettor.
3. Reassemble clean (or new) pre-cleaner on
clean (or new) cartridge.
4. Reinstall air cleaner assembly, plate and
knob.
5. Replace cover and reattach clips to body.
DO NOT use pressurized air or solvents to
clean cartridge. Pressurized air can
damage cartridge; solvents will dissolve
cartridge.
CAUTION