Engine - Clean; Engine Air Cleaner Element (Single Element) - Inspect/Clean/Replace - Perkins XGA 1600 Series Operation And Maintenance Manual

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Adjustment
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Lubrication
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Other maintenance recommendations
Perform any maintenance for the driven equipment
which is recommended by the OEM.

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/Clean/Replace
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Illustration 45
Typical example
1. Rotate fastener (1) counter clockwise and remove
end cover (2). Remove inner fastener (4) and
remove old element (5).
2. Insure that all components are clean and free
from dirt. Do not allow dirt to enter the induction
system. Check all induction hoses.
3. Install new element and install fastener (4).
Tighten fastener securely.
4. Install end cover (2). Insure that valve (3) is
vertically down and tighten fastener (1) securely.
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