BRACKET 2653183 - Caterpillar

Never service the air cleaner when the engine is running, to avoid engine damage.
Illustration 1 g03115768Service the air cleaner filter elements when the yellow piston enters the red zone. Service the air cleaner filter elements when the air filter alert indicator (if equipped) in the cab is on.
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Remove the air cleaner housing cover (1).
Remove the primary filter element (2) from the air cleaner housing.
Do not clean the filter elements by bumping or tapping them. Do not use filter elements with damaged pleats, gaskets or seals. Engine damage can result.Make sure the cleaned filter elements are completely dry before installing into the filter housing. Water remaining in the elements can cause false indications of contamination in Scheduled Oil Sampling test results.
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Clean the primary filter element. The filter elements can be cleaned by using the following method:
pressure airWhen you use pressure air, the maximum air pressure is 205 kPa (30 psi).
When you clean the inside pleats and the outside pleats, direct the air along the pleats or direct the water along the pleats.
Inspect the filter elements after you clean the filter elements. Do not use a filter if the pleats, the gaskets, or the seals are damaged.
Cover the clean filter elements. Store the elements in a clean, dry location. Replace the primary element after the primary element has been cleaned six times. Also replace the primary element if the primary element has been in service for 1 year.
Install a clean filter element and install the cover.
Tighten the cover screws finger tight. Do not use a tool to tighten the cover screws.