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3.1 Air Intake Silencer/Cleaner
At the interval specified in the service schedule, inspect,
clean, or replace the air cleaner element. Clean the
element more frequently if the generator operates in
dirty, dusty conditions.
accumulated oil or dirt that could cause poor
performance. Replace a damaged air cleaner element.
Follow the procedure described below. At the time of
service, clean the air cleaner breather pipe and remove
all dust and foreign matter from the air cleaner housing.
Air Cleaner Element Cleaning or Replacement
Procedure
1. Loosen the eyebolt and clamp to remove the air
cleaner cover. See Figure 3-1.
2. Remove the wing nut and slide the air cleaner
element from the threaded rod.
3. Tap the element lightly against a flat surface to
dislodge loose surface dirt. Do not clean the
element in any liquid or use compressed air as
these will damage the filter element.
4. Wipe the cover and base with a clean rag to remove
any dirt.
5. Ensure tight clamps at the inlet/outlet connections.
6. Install the air cleaner element on the threaded rod.
Tighten the wing nut.
7. Position the cover with the arrow up; place the
clamp over the base and cover and tighten the
eyebolt.
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6
5
4
1. Eyebolt/clamp
2. Base
3. Cover
Figure 3-1 Air Cleaner Components
TP-6359 7/08
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Check the element for
2
3
1-932
4. Element
5. Threaded rod
6. Wing nut
3.2 Exhaust System Inspection
WARNING
Carbon monoxide.
Can
cause
fainting, or death.
The
exhaust
leakproof and routinely inspected.
Inspecting the exhaust system. Carbon monoxide can
cause severe nausea, fainting, or death. For the safety of
the vehicle's occupants, install a carbon monoxide detector.
Never operate the generator set without a functioning carbon
monoxide detector.
Inspect the detector before each
generator set use.
At the interval specified in the service schedule, inspect
the exhaust system. See Section 1 for the exhaust
outlet location.
Inspection Points
Check for exhaust leaks and blockages. Check the
muffler and piping condition and check for tight exhaust
system connections.
Inspect the exhaust system components for cracks and
corrosion (exhaust manifold, exhaust line, exhaust
clamps, and muffler).
D
Check for corroded or broken metal parts and replace
them as needed.
D
Check for loose, corroded, or missing clamps and
hangers. Tighten or replace the exhaust clamps
and/or hangers 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 distributor/dealer.
D
Visually inspect the exhaust system for exhaust leaks
(blowby).
Check for carbon or soot residue on
exhaust components.
indicates an exhaust leak. Seal leaks as needed.
D
Ensure that the carbon monoxide detector is (1) in the
vehicle, (2) functional, and (3) energized whenever
the generator set operates.
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severe
nausea,
system
must
be
Carbon and soot residue
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