MULTIQUIP WHISPERWATT Series Operation Manual page 49

GENERAL INSPECTION
Prior to each use, the generator should be cleaned and
inspected for deficiencies. Check for loose, missing or
damaged nuts, bolts or other fasteners. Also check for
fuel, oil, and coolant leaks. Use Table 13 as a general
maintenance guideline. For more detailed engine
maintenance instructions, refer to the Engine Owner's
Manual.
AIR CLEANER
NOTICE
If the engine is operating in very dusty or dry grass
conditions, a clogged air cleaner will result. This can
lead to a loss of power, excessive carbon buildup in
the combustion chamber and high fuel consumption.
Change the air cleaner more frequently if these
conditions exist.
Every 250 hours: Remove the air cleaner element
(Figure 64) and clean the heavy-duty paper element with
a light spray of compressed air. Replace the air cleaner
as needed.
This Isuzu diesel engine is equipped with a replaceable,
high-density, paper air cleaner element. This air cleaner
is also equipped with an inner element (secondary) that is
used as a backup filter should the primary element become
damaged.
CAUTION
Wear protective equipment such as
approved safety glasses or face shields
and dust masks or respirators when
cleaning air filters with compressed air.
Figure 64. Air Cleaner
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Primary and Secondary Air Cleaner Elements
1. Release the latches (Figure 61) that secure the cover
to the air cleaner body.
2. Remove the air cleaner cover and set it aside.
3. Remove both the primary and secondary air cleaner
elements.
4. Check the air cleaner daily or before starting the engine.
5. Check for and correct heavy buildup of dirt and debris
along with loose or damaged components.
NOTICE
Operating the engine with loose or damaged air cleaner
components could allow unfiltered air into the engine
causing premature wear and failure.
6. To clean the primary element (paper air filter)
as referenced in Figure 64, tap the filter element
several times on a hard surface to remove dirt, or
blow compressed air, not to exceed 30 psi (207 kPa,
2.1 kgf/cm²), through the filter element from the inside
out.
7. Clean the secondary element (paper air filter) as
referenced in step 6.
8. Replace both elements if they are damaged or
excessively dirty.
9. Clean the inside of the air cleaner body.
10. Reinstall the primary and secondary air filter elements
back into the air cleaner body.
11. Reinstall the air cleaner cover, and secure with latches.
NOTICE
DO NOT run the engine with the air cleaner removed
or without an element.
MAINTENANCE