SEAT GP-BASIC 2758578 - Caterpillar

Service the engine air filters with the engine stopped. Engine damage could result.
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Open the engine access door on the right side of the machine.
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Loosen the four cover latches and remove the air cleaner cover.Note: The latches for the air cleaner housing may snap forward when you release the latches.
Remove the primary filter element from the air cleaner housing. To remove the engine air filter primary element, slide the element outward. While you pull the element outward, rock the element.
Do not use a filter if the media, the gaskets, or the seals are damaged.
Install a clean primary filter element over the secondary element. Apply firm pressure to the end of the primary element as you gently rock the filter element. This action seats that primary element.
Clean the cover and install the cover.
Close the engine access door.Cleaning Primary Air Filter Elements
The primary air filter element can be used up to six times if the element is properly cleaned and properly inspected. When the primary air filter element is cleaned, check for rips or tears in the filter material. The primary air filter element should be replaced at least one time per 2 year period. This replacement should be performed regardless of the number of cleanings.
Do not clean the air filter elements by bumping or tapping. This could damage the seals. Do not use elements with damaged pleats, gaskets, or seals. Damaged elements will allow dirt to pass through. Engine damage could result.
Visually inspect the primary air filter elements before cleaning. Inspect the air filter elements for damage to the seal, the gaskets, and the outer cover. Discard any damaged air filter elements.Pressurized air is the best method to clean primary air filter elements.Pressurized Air
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Direction of air flow
Pressurized air can be used to clean primary air filter elements that have not been cleaned more than two times. Pressurized air will not remove deposits of carbon and oil. Use filtered, dry air with a maximum pressure of 207 kPa (30 psi).Note: When the primary air filter element is cleaned, always blow the air from the clean side to force dirt particles toward the dirty side. This action helps prevent damage to the paper pleats.Do not touch the tip of the air gun to the primary air filter element. Dirt could be forced further into the pleats.Before you reuse the primary air filter element, check for any damage to the seals, the gaskets, and the bellows. Discard any damaged air filter elements.Inspecting the Primary Air Filter Elements
Do not use a primary air filter element that has any tears and/or holes in the filter material. Do not use a primary air filter element with damaged pleats, gaskets, or seals. Discard damaged primary air filter elements.Storing Primary Air Filter Elements
If a primary air filter element that passes inspection will not be used, the primary air filter element can be stored for future use.
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