Evacuator Valve; Dust Indicator (Optional) - Kubota Z482-E3 Operator's Manual

[D1503-M-E3, D1703-M-E3, D1803-M-E3, V2003-M-E3,
V2203-M-E3, V2403-M-E3, V2403-M-T-E3, D1803-M-DI-E3,
V2403-M-DI-E3]
Since the air cleaner employed on this engine is a dry
type, never apply oil to it.
1. Open the evacuator valve once a week under
ordinary conditions - or daily when used in a dusty
place. This will get rid of large particles of dust and
dirt.
2. Wipe the inside air cleaner clean with cloth if it is dirty
or wet.
3. Avoid touching the primary element except when
cleaning.
4. When dry dust adheres to the primary element, blow
compressed air from the inside turning the element.
Pressure of compressed air must be under 205 kPa
2
(2.1 kgf/cm , 30 psi).
5. When carbon or oil adheres to the primary element,
soak the element in detergent for 30 minutes, then
wash it several times in water, rinse with clean water
and dry it naturally.
6. After the primary element is fully dried, inspect inside
of the element with a light and check if it is damaged
or not.
7. Replace the primary element every year or every 6
cleanings. If the primary element is stained heavily,
replace it soon. At this time, replace the secondary
element too.
8. The secondary element should be removed only if it
is to be replaced.
9. To protect the engine, do not remove the secondary
element in servicing the primary element.
(1) Air cleaner body
(2) Cover
(3) Secondary element
(4) Primary element

(5) Evacuator valve

PERIODIC SERVICE
A Make sure hooking clip for cover for the element is
tight enough. If it is loose, dust and dirt may be
sucked in, wearing down the cylinder liner and piston
ring earlier, and thereby resulting in poor power
output.
A Do not overservice the air cleaner element.
Overservicing may cause dirt to enter the engine
causing premature wear. Use the dust indicator as a
guide on when to service.
A Be sure to refit the cover with the arrow
rear of the cover) upright. If the cover is improperly
fitted, the evacuator valve will not function and dust
will adhere to the element.
BEvacuator valve
Open the evacuator valve once a week under ordinary
conditions - or daily when used in a dusty place - to get
rid of large particles of dust and dirt.
BDust indicator (optional)
If the red signal on the dust indicator attached to the air
cleaner is visible, the air cleaner has reached the
service level.
Clean the element immediately, and reset the signal
with the "RESET" button.
(1) "RESET" button
(2) Dust indicator
(3) Service level
(4) Signal
33
(on the