CLEANING AND INSPECTION - TM-5-2410-237-230359

TM 5-2410-237-23

AIR CLEANER FILTER ELEMENTS REPLACEMENT - CONTINUED

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CLEANING AND INSPECTION - CONTINUED

NOTE

Use a light inside primary filter element to inspect filter for tears, holes or other damage before and

after each cleaning process.

Discard primary filter element if any damage is evident.

Direct compressed air inside primary filter element, along length of filter pleats.

Direct compressed air outside, along length of filter pleats.

Repeat step 2.

CAUTION

To prevent primary filter element damage, use a maximum of 40 psi (276 kPa) water pressure.

Direct water inside primary filter element, along length of filter pleats.

Direct water outside along length of pleats. Rinse and air dry primary filter element thoroughly.

Wash primary filter element in warm water and non-sudsing household detergent.

Rinse with clean water and air dry thoroughly.

INSTALLATION

CAUTION

DO NOT attempt to reuse secondary filter element by cleaning.

NOTE

Primary filter element should be replaced once each year or after being cleaned a maximum of 6 times.

If indicator shows RED shortly after installation of primary filter element, which has been cleaned

approximately 6 times, replace with another clean primary filter element.

If indicator still shows RED shortly after installation of clean primary filter element, change secondary

filter element.

Replace secondary filter element if damaged or after every third primary filter element replacement.

Install secondary filter element (7) on eight studs inside filter housing (3).

Install eight nuts (6) on studs to secure secondary filter element (7). Tighten nuts to 27 lb-ft (20 Nm).

Install primary filter element (5) in filter housing (3).

Install new gasket (4) in cover (2) and position cover on filter housing (3).

0045 00-3