TM 5-3895-370-14&P
3-11. AIR CLEANER ASSEMBLY CHECK/SERVICE.
WARNING
If NBC exposure is suspected, all air
filter media should be handled by
personnel
wearing
protective
equipment. Consult your unit NBC
officer or NBC NCO for appropriate
handling or disposal procedures.
a.
Air Filter Element Removal
(1)
Shut off engine. Refer to para 2-14.
(2)
Remove wing nut (1) and element (2) from
air filter housing (3).
(3)
Remove nut (4) and inner element (5)
from housing (3).
b.
Air Filter Element Inspection.
(1)
Inspect air filter element (2) for tears,
nicks, or gouges, particularly on the
gaskets.
(2)
If element (2) is clogged with dust or
damaged, notify unit maintenance.
c.
Air Filter Element Installation.
(1)
Install inner element (5) in housing (3) and
secure with nut (4).
(2)
Install air filter element (2) in housing (3)
and secure with wing nut (1).
d.
Dust Valve Service. Remove dust valve from
air cleaner housing (3). Clean dust valve and replace on
housing (3).
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