Perkins 4012-46A - Engine - Clean; Engine Air Cleaner Element - Replace

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Maintenance Section
Engine - Clean
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Engine - Clean
Personal injury or death can result from high volt-
age.
Moisture can create paths of electrical conductiv-
ity.
Make sure that the electrical system is OFF. Lock
out the starting controls and tag the c ontrols “DO
NOT OPERAT
E”.
NOTICE
Accumulatedgreaseandoilonanengineisafire haz-
ard. Keep the engine clean. Remove debris and fluid
spills whenever a significant quantity accumulates on
the engine.
NOTICE
W ater or condensation can cause damage to gen-
erator components. Protect all electrical components
from ex
posure to water.
NOTICE
Failu
re to protect some engine components from
washing may make your engine warranty invalid.
Allow the engine to cool for one hour before washing
the e
ngine.
Periodic cleaning of the engine is recommended. A
clea
n engine provides the following benefits :
•
Easy detection of fluid leaks
•
Maximum heat transfer characteristics
•
Eas
e of maintenance
Note: Cautionmustbeusedinordertoprevent
el
ectrical components from being damaged by
excessive water when the engine is cleaned.
Pressure washers and steam cleaners should not be
di
rected at any electrical connectors or the junction
of cables into the rear of the connectors. Avoid
electrical components such as the alternator, the
s
tarting motors, and the ECU.
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Engine Air Cle aner Ele ment -
Replace
NOTICE
Never run the engine without an air cleaner element
installed. Never run the engine with a damaged air
cleaner element. Do not use air cleaner elements with
damaged pleats, gaskets or seals. Dirt entering the
engine causes premature wear and damage to engine
components. Air cleaner elements help to prevent air-
borne debris from entering the air inlet.
NOTICE
Never service the air cleaner element with the engine
running since this will allow dirt to enter the engine.
Renew the air filter elements if the service indicators
are triggered. Refer to Operation and Maintenance
Manual,
“Engine Air cleaner Service Indicator -
Inspect” for more information.
Some en
gines are equipped with air intake
precleaners. Clean the precleaners before
maintenance is performed on the air filters. Ensure
that di
rt does not enter the housing of the air cleaner.
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Illustration 48
1. Loosen securing clamp (3) and remove cover (4)
for housing (1).
2. Remove the old element (2) from the housing (1).
Discard the old element.
Note: Ensure that dirt does not enter the housing.