Changing The Engine Air Cleaner; Air Filter - Generac Guardian Serie Manuel Du Propriétaire

3. Screw the new filter on by hand until its gasket lightly contacts
the oil filter adapter. Then, tighten the filter an additional 3/4 to
one turn (Figure 4.4).
4. Refill with the proper recommended oil (see the Engine Oil
Recommendations section). See the Specifications section
for oil capacities.
Figure 4.4 – Oil Drain Hose and Filter
Low Oil Switch
Oil Filter
Oil
Drain
Hose
5. Start the engine, run for one (1) minute, and check for leaks.
6. Shutdown and recheck oil level, add as needed. DO NOT
OVER FILL.
7. Reset the AUTO/OFF/MANUAL switch to the AUTO position.
8. Dispose of used oil at a proper collection center.
The oil drain hose may be routed in the opposite direction as
shown in figure.
4.4 CHANGING THE ENGINE
AIR CLEANER
4.4.1 12, 14, 16, 17 & 20KW GENERATORS
See "The Generator" section for the location of the air cleaner. Use
the following procedures (Figure 4.5):
1. Lift the roof and remove the door.
2. Turn the two screws counterclockwise to loosen.
3. Remove the cover and air filter.
4. Wipe away dust or debris from inside of the air box and
around edges.
5. Install the new air cleaner into the air box.
6. Install the cover. Turn the two cover screws clockwise to
tighten.
See the Service Schedule section for air cleaner maintenance. See
the Specifications section for air filter replacement part number.
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Section 4 — Maintenance
Air-cooled Generators
High Temp Switch
NOTE:
Figure 4.5 — 12, 14, 16, 17 & 20kW
Engine Air Cleaner
Screw
4.4.2 10KW GENERATORS
See "The Generator" section for the location of the air cleaner. Use
the following procedure (Figure 4.6):
1. Lift the roof and remove the door.
2. Turn the worm gear clamp screw counterclockwise to loos-
en.
3. Pull the old filter off the divider panel hub.
4. Wipe away dust or debris from the panel hub.
5. Install the new air cleaner onto the hub.
6. Turn the worm gear clamp screw clockwise to tighten.
7. Replace door and roof.
Figure 4.6 — 10kW Engine Air Cleaner

Air Filter

Cover
Filter