traces of detergent are eliminated. Squeeze out excess water (do not wring). Allow the precleaner to air dry.

5.Saturate the precleaner with new engine oil. Squeeze out all of the excess oil.

6.Reinstall the precleaner over the paper element.

7.Reinstall the air cleaner cover. Secure the cover with the cover retaining knob.

8.Reconnect the power to the battery charger.

9.Reconnect the generator set engine starting battery, negative (--) lead last.

3.5.2Paper Element Service

Use the following procedure to replace the paper element at the intervals specified in the service schedule. Replace the paper element more often under extremely dusty or dirty conditions.

1.Place the generator set master switch in the OFF/RESET position.

2.Disconnect the power to the battery charger.

3.Disconnect the generator set engine starting battery, negative (--) lead first.

4.Loosen the cover retaining knob and remove the cover.

5.Remove the element cover nut, element cover, and the paper element with precleaner.

6.Remove the precleaner from the paper element.

Note: Do not wash the paper element or clean it with pressurized air, as this will damage the element.

7.Replace the element if it is dirty, bent, or damaged.

8.Check the air cleaner base. Make sure it is secure and not bent or damaged. Also check the element cover for damage and fit. Replace all damaged air cleaner components. Remove any loose dirt or debris from the air cleaner base. Wipe the base carefully so that no dirt drops into the intake throat. Check the condition of the rubber seal on the air cleaner stud and replace the seal if necessary.

9.Reinstall the paper element, precleaner, element cover, element cover nut, and the air cleaner cover. Secure the cover with the cover retaining knob.

10.Reconnect the power to the battery charger.

11.Reconnect the generator set engine starting battery, negative (--) lead last.

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1.Cover knob

2.Air cleaner cover

3.Element cover nut

4.Element cover

5.Foam precleaner

6.Air cleaner element

7.Air cleaner base

Figure 3-4 Air Cleaner Components

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12RES, 8.5RES specifications

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