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Cummins/Onan — Air Cleaner Element Wrapper (Pre-Cleaner) Service

Maintenance

From a Cummins/Onan operator's manual covering: P216, P218, P220. Check it applies to your exact model before use.

Applies to: Cummins/Onan P216, Cummins/Onan P218, Cummins/Onan P220

Before you start

  • Failure to adequately wring out excess oil from the wrapper may cause drop in engine horsepower due to an increased restriction of inlet air.

Procedure

  1. Wash in water and detergent and squeeze dry like a sponge.
  2. Rinse with water and allow to dry.
  3. Coat evenly with two tablespoons (28 grams) of SAE 30 engine oil.
  4. Knead into and wring out excess oil from element wrapper.
  5. Install over air cleaner element.

Specs & values

  • Two tablespoons (28 grams) of SAE 30 engine oil

Full service-parts list: Cummins/Onan P216 →, Cummins/Onan P218 →, Cummins/Onan P220 →

Source: Cummins/Onan operator's manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.

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