MULTIQUIP QP3TB Operation Manual page 21

DANGER
DO NOT use gasoline or low flash point
solvents to clean the engine or any of
its components. The possibility exists
of fire or explosion which can damage
the equipment and cause severe bodily
harm or even DEATH.
WARNING
Some maintenance operations may
require a running engine. ALWAYS
make sure the maintenance area
is well ventilated. Gasoline engine
exhaust contains poisonous carbon
monoxide gas that can result in
unconsciousness and/or DEATH
when inhaled.
CAUTION
ALWAYS allow the engine to cool before
servicing. NEVER attempt to service a
hot engine.
CAUTION
ALWAYS disconnect the spark plug wire from the
spark plug and secure it away from the engine before
performing pump maintenance or adjustments.
NOTICE
Refer to the manufacturer's engine manual supplied
with your pump for more detailed information about
engine maintenance and troubleshooting.
Inspect the engine daily for cleanliness, oil or fuel leakage,
and loose fasteners.
AIR CLEANER
The engine air cleaner is equipped with a replaceable,
pleated filter with a pre-cleaner that can be washed and
reused. Refer to Figure 16 for air cleaner maintenance.
NOTICE
Operating the engine with loose or damaged air cleaner
components can allow unfiltered air into the engine,
causing premature wear and failure.
QP3TB TRASH PUMP • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (12/08/22)— PAGE 21
MAINTENANCE (ENGINE)
SEAL
WASHER
STUD
Figure 16. Engine Air Cleaner Components
1. Loosen the fastener securing the air cleaner cover
and remove the cover.
2. Remove the wing nut, filter, and pre-cleaner. Remove
the pre-cleaner from the filter.
3. To remove dirt, gently tap the filter several times on a
hard surface. Replace the filter if it is excessively dirty.
NOTICE
DO NOT use pressurized air or solvents to clean the air
filter. Pressurized air can damage the filter and solvents
will dissolve the filter.
4. Wash the pre-cleaner in liquid detergent and water.
Allow the pre-cleaner to thoroughly air dry. DO NOT
oil the pre-cleaner.
5. Reinstall the pre-cleaner onto the filter.
6. Reinstall the seal washer, filter, and pre-cleaner onto
the stud, and secure with the wing nut.
7. Reinstall the air cleaner cover and secure with the
fastener. Make sure the fastener is tight.
FASTENER
COVER
WING NUT
PRE-CLEANER
FILTER