Clean Primary Air Filter Element

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A - Air Restriction Indicator

Service Interval:

• As Required (indicated by the air restriction indicator)

A dual element air cleaner is standard.

The smaller “secondary” element should be removed only when being replaced, normally once a year. Air restriction indicator (A) lights to indicate that primary element is dirty. A dirty element can result in loss of power or excessive smoke.

Replace air cleaner elements at least once a year. Primary element should be replaced after having been cleaned six (6) times.

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A - Hood

B - Cover Retaining Clip (3 used)

C - Air Cleaner Cover

D - Primary Element

1. Open hood (A).

2. Release three air cleaner cover retaining clips (B) and remove air cleaner cover (C).

3. Remove primary element (D).

   IMPORTANT: Remove secondary safety element ONLY if replacement is necessary. Do not attempt to clean secondary element. Install new element immediately to prevent dust from entering air intake system. Dust can damage internal engine components and turbocharger, if equipped.

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   Put primary element with the palm of your hand, NOT ON HARD SURFACE.

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5. If this does not remove dust, use compressed air under 207 kPa (2.1 bar) (30 psi). Direct air up and down the pleats, blowing from inside to outside. Be careful not to make a break in the element. Use element cleaning gun AR62377.

6. After you clean the primary element, put a lighted bulb inside it. Inspect the element and seal (A) for damage. Throw away an element that has the smallest break. If the seal is broken or cracked install a new element.

   IMPORTANT: DO NOT wash element in fuel oil, gasoline, or solvent. DO NOT use compressed air to remove water from an element.

7. Add John Deere R36757 Filter Element Cleaner or an equivalent non-sudsing detergent to water. Move the element up and down in this solution to loosen dirt.

8. Flush with clean water. Use water pressure under 280 kPa (2.80 bar) (40 psi)

   IMPORTANT: Air dry element for 24 to 36 hours before installing.

9. Shake the element to remove water. Do not install element in the machine until it is completely dry.

10. Before you install primary element, clean the inside of air cleaner housing and unloader valve with a damp cloth.

11. Install primary element.

12. Install air cleaner cover and retaining strap.

    NOTE: Primary element can be washed up to six times.