Air Cleaner, 20Res/Resl Models - Kohler 14RES Manual

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.
12. Reinstall fuse F3.
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Air Cleaner, 20RES/RESL Models

The engine is equipped with a replaceable, high density
paper air cleaner element. See Figure 2-10.
1. Knobs (qty. 2)
2. Cover
3. Paper element
4. Base
Figure 2-10 Air Cleaner Components, 20RES/RESL
Check the air cleaner daily or before starting the engine.
Check for a buildup of dirt and debris around the air
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cleaner system. Keep this area clean. Also check for
loose or damaged components. Replace all bent or
damaged air cleaner components.
Note: Operating the engine with loose or damaged air
cleaner components could allow unfiltered air
into the engine causing premature wear and
failure.
Paper Element Service
Replace the paper element at the intervals indicated in
the service schedule. See Figure 2-1 for the service
schedule.
components. When element replacement is necessary,
order genuine Kohler parts.
1. Loosen the two cover retaining knobs and remove
the cover.
2. Remove the paper element.
3. Do not wash the paper element or use pressurized
1
air, as this will damage the element. Replace a
dirty, bent, or damaged element. Handle new
2
elements carefully; do not use if the sealing
surfaces are bent or damaged.
3
4. When servicing the air cleaner, check the air
cleaner base. Make sure it is secured and not bent
or damaged. Also, check the element cover for
damage or improper fit. Replace all damaged air
cleaner components.
4
Note: If any loose dirt or debris fell on the air cleaner
base when the element was removed, carefully
remove it and wipe the base clean. Be careful
that none of it drops into the intake throat.
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5. Reinstall the paper element onto the air cleaner
base. Make sure the element is flat and properly
seated.
6. Install the air cleaner cover and secure with the two
retaining knobs.
See Figure 2-10 for the air cleaner
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