TM 5-4320-300-14
Table 2-2. Operator/Crew Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services - Continued
B -
Before Operation
A -
After Operation
M - Monthly
D -
During Operation
W -
Weekly
INTERVAL
ITEM TO BE INSPECTED
ITEM
IS NOT READY/
NO. B D A W M
PROCEDURE
AVAILABLE IF
Wipe cup assembly and baffle assembly clean using
damp cloth. To remove filter element, unscrew the
wing nut and carefully remove the element from
body assembly. Do not remove plastic fin assembly
from the filter element. Wipe the inside of the body
assembly clean with a damp cloth.
If filter element must be reused, gently tap filter
element against the palm of your hand. Install new
filter element when available.
CAUTION
The slightest break in the air cleaner filter
element will admit enough airborne dirt to
cause rapid failure of piston rings.
Inspect air filter element for breaks, holes, or
Air cleaner
damaged gasket.
filter element
is torn or has
breaks.
NOTE
For temporary and quick cleaning, the pleated
paper air cleaner element can be cleaned by
tapping side or end of element carefully
against the palm of your hand.
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