Engine - Clean; Engine Air Cleaner Element (Single Element) - Inspect/Replace - Perkins 2206-E13 Operation And Maintenance Manual

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Maintenance Section

Engine - Clean

Engine - Clean
Personal injury or death can result from high volt-
age.
Moisture can create paths of electrical conductiv-
ity.
Make sure that the electrical system is OFF. Lock
out the starting controls and tag the controls "DO
NOT OPERATE".
NOTICE
Accumulated grease and oil on an engine is a fire haz-
ard. Keep the engine clean. Remove debris and fluid
spills whenever a significant quantity accumulates on
the engine.
Periodic cleaning of the engine is recommended.
Steam cleaning the engine will remove accumulated
oil and grease. A clean engine provides the following
benefits:
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Easy detection of fluid leaks
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Maximum heat transfer characteristics
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Ease of maintenance
Note: Caution must be used in order to prevent
electrical components from being damaged by
excessive water when you clean the engine. Avoid
electrical components such as the alternator, the
starter, and the Electronic Control Module (ECM).
Engine Air Cleaner
Element (Single Element) -
Inspect/Replace
Refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Engine
Air Cleaner Service Indicator-Inspect".
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Never run the engine without an air cleaner element
installed. Never run the engine with a damaged air
cleaner element. Do not use air cleaner elements with
damaged pleats, gaskets or seals. Dirt entering the
engine causes premature wear and damage to engine
components. Air cleaner elements help to prevent air-
borne debris from entering the air inlet.
Never service the air cleaner element with the engine
running since this will allow dirt to enter the engine.
Servicing the Air Cleaner Element
Note: The air filter system may not have been
provided by Perkins. The procedure that follows
is for a typical air filter system. Refer to the OEM
information for the correct procedure.
If the air cleaner element becomes plugged, the air
can split the material of the air cleaner element.
Unfiltered air will drastically accelerate internal
engine wear. Refer to the OEM information for the
correct air cleaner elements for your application.
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Check the precleaner (if equipped) and the dust
bowl (if equipped) daily for accumulation of dirt and
debris. Remove any dirt and debris, as needed.
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Operating in dirty conditions may require more
frequent service of the air cleaner element.
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The air cleaner element should be replaced at least
one time per year. This replacement should be
performed regardless of the number of cleanings.
Replace the dirty air cleaner elements with clean air
cleaner elements. Before installation, the air cleaner
elements should be thoroughly checked for tears
and/or holes in the filter material. Inspect the gasket
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or the seal of the air cleaner element for damage.
Maintain a supply of suitable air cleaner elements
for replacement purposes.
Cleaning the Air Cleaner Element
Refer to the OEM information in order to determine
the number of times that the air filter element can be
cleaned. When the air cleaner element is cleaned,
check for rips or tears in the filter material. The air
cleaner element should be replaced at least one time
per year. This replacement should be performed
regardless of the number of cleanings.
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NOTICE
NOTICE