Air Cleaner; Exhaust System - Kohler 15RES Manual

3.6 Air Cleaner

At the interval specified in the service schedule, inspect,
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.
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 flexible hose. Refer to Figure 3-6 during
this procedure.
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6
1. Cover
2. Spring clip(s)
3. Housing
4. Pressure tap (1/8-27 NPT)
Figure 3-6 Air Cleaner
1. Release the spring clips to open the housing and
remove the air silencer element.
2. Tap the element lightly against a flat surface to
dislodge loose surface dirt.
element in any liquid or use compressed air as
these will damage the filter element.
3. Examine the element and housing for damage.
Replace the element or housing if necessary.
4. Wipe the cover and housing with a clean rag to
remove dirt. Make sure the sealing surfaces fit
correctly and reattach the spring clips.
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Replace a damaged air
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5. Primary element
6. Dust ejector
Do not clean the

3.7 Exhaust System

WARNING
Carbon monoxide.
Can cause
fainting, or death.
The exhaust
leakproof and routinely inspected.
Carbon monoxide detectors.
cause severe nausea, fainting, or death. Install carbon
monoxide detectors on each level of the building. Locate the
detectors to adequately warn the building's occupants of the
presence of carbon monoxide. Keep the detectors operational
at all times. Periodically test and replace the carbon monoxide
detectors according to the manufacturer's instructions.
At the interval specified in the service schedule, inspect
the exhaust system components (exhaust manifold,
exhaust outlet, exhaust line, exhaust clamps, and
muffler) for cracks, leaks, and corrosion.
Exhaust System Inspection Points
D
Check for corroded or broken metal parts and replace
them as needed.
D
Check that the exhaust outlet is unobstructed.
D
Check the exhaust gas color. If the exhaust is blue or
black, contact your local authorized Kohler distributor/
dealer.
D
Visually inspect for exhaust leaks (blowby). Check
for carbon or soot residue on exhaust components.
Carbon and soot residue indicates an exhaust leak.
Seal leaks as needed.
D
Check that all covers and doors are undamaged, in
place, and locked.
D
Check for the installation and operation of carbon
monoxide (CO) detectors on each level of any
building near the generator set.
Section 3 Scheduled Maintenance
severe nausea,
system must be
Carbon monoxide can
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