76 SEBU7899-05 Maintenance Section Engine - Clean i01646701 Engine - Clean NOTICE Never service the air cleaner element with the engine running since this will allow dirt to enter the engine. SMCS Code: 1000-070 Servicing the Air Cleaner Elements Personal injury or death can result from high volt- age. If the air cleaner element becomes plugged, the air can split the material of the air cleaner element. Unfiltered air will drastically accelerate internal engine wear. Your Cat dealer has the proper air cleaner elements for your application. Consult your Cat dealer for the correct air cleaner element. Moisture can create paths of electrical conductiv- ity.
Make sure that the electrical system is OFF. Lock out the starting controls and tag the controls “DO NOT OPERATE”. Check the precleaner (if equipped) daily for accumulation of dirt and debris. Remove any dirt and debris, as needed. NOTICE Accumulated grease and oil on an engine is a fire haz- ard. Keep the engine clean. Remove debris and fluid spills whenever a significant quantity accumulates on the engine. Operating conditions (dust, dirt, and debris) may require more frequent service of the air cleaner element. The air cleaner element may be cleaned up to six times if the element is properly cleaned and inspected. Periodic cleaning of the engine is recommended.
Steam cleaning the engine will remove accumulated oil and grease. A clean engine provides the following benefits: The air cleaner element should be replaced at least one time per year. This replacement should be performed regardless of the number of cleanings. Easy detection of fluid leaks Maximum heat transfer characteristics Replace the dirty paper air cleaner elements with clean air cleaner elements. Before installation, thoroughly check the air cleaner elements for tears and/or holes in the filter material. Inspect the gasket or the seal of the air cleaner element for damage. Maintain a supply of suitable air cleaner elements for replacement purposes. Ease of maintenance Note:
Caution must be used in order to prevent electrical components from being damaged by excessive water when you clean the engine. Avoid electrical components such as the alternator, the starter, and the ECM. Dual Element Air Cleaners The dual element air cleaner contains a primary air cleaner element and a secondary air cleaner element. The primary air cleaner element can be used up to six times if the element is properly cleaned and inspected. The primary air cleaner element should be replaced at least one time per year. This replacement should be performed regardless of the number of cleanings. i04322011 Engine Air Cleaner Element (Dual Element) - Inspect/Clean/Replace SMCS Code:
1051; 1054-040; 1054-070; 1054-510 The secondary air cleaner element is not serviceable or washable. The secondary air cleaner element should be removed and discarded for every three cleanings of the primary air cleaner element. When the engine is operating in environments that are dusty or dirty, air cleaner elements may require more frequent replacement. NOTICE Never run the engine without an air cleaner element installed. Never run the engine with a damaged air cleaner element. Do not use air cleaner elements with damaged pleats, gaskets or seals. Dirt entering the engine causes premature wear and damage to engine components.
Air cleaner elements help to prevent air- borne debris from entering the air inlet.