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SECTION 3 - LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE
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INDICATED BY WARNING LIGHT
Rinse the element with clean, running water.
Rinse from the inside of the element through to
the outside until the water is free of dirt. If a hose
is used, do not exceed 2 bar (30 PSI). A gentle
trickle of water is sufficient and will ensure that
the element is not ruptured.
Shake out excess water from the element and
allow to air dry. DO NOT use compressed air, a
light bulb or heat to dry the element.
NOTE: It usually takes one to three days for a
filter element to dry.
IMPORTANT: Do not attempt to dry the element
with heat or compressed air and do not install
until thoroughly dry as it may rupture. It is
recommended that a new or previously cleaned
element be installed at this service and the
washed element be put aside for installation at
the next service. The spare element should be
stored in a dry placeand wrapped to prevent dust
contamination or damage.
When the element is dry, insert a light inside and
check for ruptures. A pinpoint of light indicates a
rupture in the element paper. If this occurs,
replace the element.
Clean the air cleaner body with a lint-free towel
before installing the element.
Inspect the element seal, 1, before installing.
Cracks or chips in the element sealing rubber
indicates a new element must be installed.
Figure 3-105
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Install the air filter back into the canister. Be sure
the seal on the end of the filter fully contacts the
air cleaner body. The wing nut, 1, has a small
seal on the inner face, and the seal should be in
good condition before the wing nut is tightened. If
the seal is damaged on the wing nut, replace it.
Tighten the nut securely.
Figure 3-106
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