Kohler 24RCL manual Exhaust System, Air Cleaner Service Procedure

4.4 Air Cleaner

At the interval specified in the service schedule (Section 4.2), inspect and clean or replace the air cleaner element. Clean the element more frequently in dirty, dusty conditions. Check the element for accumulated oil or dirt that could cause poor performance. Replace a damaged air cleaner element. Follow the procedure described below.

Air Cleaner Service Procedure

A dry-type air cleaner silences and filters the intake air. The air intake silencer assembly connects to the intake manifold via a rubber hose. Refer to Figure 4-4 during this procedure.

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1. Air Cleaner Cover

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Figure 4-4Air Cleaners

1.Release the retaining clips to open the cover and then remove the air cleaner element.

2.Tap the element lightly against a flat surface to dislodge loose surface dirt. Do not clean the element in any liquid or use compressed air as these will damage the filter element. Replace the element and precleaner at the intervals shown in the service schedule.

3.Examine the element and housing for damage. Replace the element and housing if damaged.

4.Wipe the cover and housing with a clean rag to remove dirt. Make sure the sealing surfaces fit correctly.

5.Replace the air cleaner cover.

4.5 Exhaust System

Generator set operation. Carbon monoxide can cause severe nausea, fainting, or death. Carbon monoxide is an odorless, colorless, tasteless, nonirritating gas that can cause death if inhaled for even a short time. Avoid breathing exhaust fumes when working on or near the generator set. Never operate the generator set inside a building. Never operate the generator set where exhaust gas could seep inside or be drawn into a potentially occupied building through windows, air intake vents, or other openings.

Carbon monoxide symptoms. Carbon monoxide can cause severe nausea, fainting, or death. Carbon monoxide is a poisonous gas present in exhaust gases. Carbon monoxide is an odorless, colorless, tasteless, nonirritating gas that can cause death if inhaled for even a short time. Carbon monoxide poisoning symptoms include but are not limited to the following:

DLight-headedness, dizziness D Physical fatigue, weakness in

joints and muscles

D Sleepiness, mental fatigue, inability to concentrate

or speak clearly, blurred vision D Stomachache, vomiting, nausea

If experiencing any of these symptoms and carbon monoxide poisoning is possible, seek fresh air immediately and remain active. Do not sit, lie down, or fall asleep. Alert others to the possibility of carbon monoxide poisoning. Seek medical attention if the condition of affected persons does not improve within minutes of breathing fresh air.

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