Cummins/Onan — Air Cleaner Foam Wrapper Maintenance
Maintenance
From a Cummins/Onan operator's manual covering: P216, P218, P220, P224. Check it applies to your exact model before use.
Applies to: Cummins/Onan P216, Cummins/Onan P218, Cummins/Onan P220, Cummins/Onan Performer Series
Before you start
- Failure to wring out excess oil may cause a drop in engine power due to restriction of inlet air
Procedure
- Do not remove the inner air cleaner cover when servicing the foam wrapper only.
- Remove and wash the foam wrapper in water and detergent.
- Squeeze the foam wrapper dry like a sponge, rinse with clean water and allow to dry.
- Coat the wrapper evenly with one tablespoon (14 grams) of SAE 30 engine oil.
- Knead the oil into the wrapper and wring out the excess oil.
- Install the foam wrapper over the paper element, completely covering all exposed paper pleats.
- Replace the foam wrapper when it becomes torn or stretched.
Specs & values
- One tablespoon (14 grams) of SAE 30 engine oil per wrapper
Full service-parts list: Cummins/Onan P216 →, Cummins/Onan P218 →, Cummins/Onan P220 →, Cummins/Onan Performer Series →
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.