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4. Remove the foam element from the air cleaner housing.
5. Wash the foam air lter element by submerging the
element in a solution of household detergent soap and
warm water. Slowly squeeze the foam to thoroughly
clean.
NOTICE
NEVER twist or tear the foam air lter element during
cleaning or drying. Only apply slow but rm squeezing
action.
6. Rinse in clean water by submerging the air lter
element in fresh water and applying a slow squeezing
action (see Figure 15).
Figure 15: Squeeze Air Filter
NOTICE
Never dispose of soap cleaning solution used to clean
the air lter by dumping the solution into a sewer, on the
ground, or into ground water or waterways. Always be
environmentally responsible.
Follow the guidelines of the EPA or other governmental
agencies for proper disposal of hazardous materials.
Consult local authorities or reclamation facility.
7. Dispose of used soap cleaning solution properly.
8. Dry the air lter element by again applying a slow rm
squeezing action.
9. Return the air lter element to its position in the air
cleaner housing.
10. Install the air cleaner cover, making sure the knobs lock
into place.
11. Install the engine service panel.
AIR FILTER MAINTENANCE
WARNING
Never use gasoline or other ammable
solvents to clean the air lter. Use only
household detergent soap to clean the
air lter.
Cleaning the Air Filter
The air lter must be cleaned after every 50 hours of
use or 3 months (frequency should be increased if
inverter is operated in a dusty environment).
1. Turn o the inverter and let it cool for several min-
utes if running.
2. Remove the Engine Service Panel to gain access to
the air lter (see Figure 13).
Figure 13: Remove Engine Service Panel
3. Turn the 2 knobs on the air cleaner to unlock the
cover. Tip the cover down to access the foam ele-
ment (see Figure 14).
MAINTENANCE
Figure 14: Unlock Air Filter Cover