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Cummins/Onan — Air Filter Service

Maintenance

From a Cummins/Onan operator's manual — check it applies to your exact model before use.

Applies to: Cummins/Onan GGHG, Cummins/Onan GGHH, Ford WSG-1068 engine

Before you start

  • Filters should be handled with care; install recommended replacement part if damaged.
  • Do not clean filter housing while still installed.

Procedure

  1. Remove wing nut in center of filter cover.
  2. Remove cover and filter.
  3. Tap filter on a flat surface to remove dirt.
  4. Place a light source inside filter and inspect for air passage.
  5. If necessary, apply low pressure air (30 psi) to inside of filter to remove dirt.
  6. Inspect interior housing; vacuum clean if dirty or remove housing and wipe clean.

Tools required

  • Low pressure air source (30 psi) Amazon

Tool links are Amazon searches (affiliate links); manufacturer special tools may only be available from a dealer.

Specs & values

  • Clean every 100 hours; replace after 500 hours

Full service-parts list: Cummins/Onan GGHG →, Cummins/Onan GGHH →

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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