RADIATOR GP 4530329 - Caterpillar

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Squeeze the outlet tube (1) slightly in order to purge the dirt from the outlet tube.
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Loosen the cover latches (2) and remove the air cleaner cover.
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Remove the primary filter element from the air cleaner housing.
Clean the air cleaner cover and the inside of the air cleaner housing.
Inspect the O-ring seal on the air cleaner cover. Replace the O-ring seal if the O-ring seal is worn or damaged.
Install the clean primary filter. Note: Refer to "Cleaning Primary Air Filter Elements".
Install the air cleaner cover and close the latches securely.
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Change the filter if any of the following conditions occurs:
Restricted Air Filter indicator on the monitor panel still comes on.
Exhaust smoke is still black after the installation of a primary filter.
Close the access doors. Cleaning Primary Air Filter Elements
Caterpillar recommends certified air filter cleaning services available at participating Caterpillar dealers. The Caterpillar cleaning process uses proven procedures to assure consistent quality and sufficient filter life.Observe the following guidelines if you attempt to clean the filter element:Do not tap or strike the filter element in order to remove dust.Do not wash the filter element.Use low pressure compressed air in order to remove the dust from the filter element. Air pressure must not exceed 207 kPa (30 psi). Direct the air flow up the pleats and down the pleats from the inside of the filter element. Take extreme care in order to avoid