Page 1285 - Catalog filters BALDWIN for tractors

Auto Parts / decrease in fuel consumption after INNER ELEMENTS
servicing a loaded air cleaner.
Some air filter housings are
Agricultural machinery often has a
equipped with two air elements, an
pre-screener in addition to a pre-
outer and an inner. It is important to
cleaner. The pre-screener prevents
note that the inner element is merely
lint, chaff and leaves from getting
a secondary element. The inner
into the air induction system. Keep
element will prevent contaminants
the screen clean by brushing off any
from entering the intake when you
blockage.
are changing the outer element. You
If the pre-cleaner has an unloading should never run an engine without
valve, it should be checked daily. the outer element in place or if you
Squeeze the rubber “burper” valve know of a problem with the outer
to make sure all dirt is cleared. Dust element. You only need to change
cups or bowls must be emptied daily, the inner element every third to fifth
or more frequently, depending upon outer element change, or at least
conditions. once per year.

SERVICING YOUR AIR CLEANER

Each time you service your air cleaner, you run the risk of damaging it,
seating it wrong or knocking dirt into the housing. Use extreme care when
servicing an air cleaner. In order to avoid unnecessary servicing, be sure to
rely on your service indicator.

1. Be sure the engine is turned off before servicing the air filter
element. Wipe the outside of the lid and housing before removing
lid. Do not change an air filter in an unprotected place where dust
is likely to blow into the housing.

2. Remove the lid. Check the cover to make sure it is not dented or
warped. It must seal properly.

3. Remove the outer element carefully, then remove the inner
element if required. Extreme care should be taken to keep dirt
from falling down into the intake duct. Baldwin recommends
replacing the inner element with every 3rd-5th changing of the
outer element. Do not pry the old filter element out as it could
cause distortion of the housing resulting in improper sealing.

4. Use a clean, damp cloth to wipe any dust left in the filter housing.
Replace lid or cover housing using a clean cloth to guard against
dust re-entering the housing. Do not use an air hose to clean filter
housings, as this will blow dirt into the engine.

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