Generac QuietPact 40 — Cleaning the Foam Precleaner

Maintenance · Engine Air Cleaner

For the Generac QuietPact 40, from the Generac owner's manual.

Applies to: Generac QuietPact 40, Generac GN-220 engine

Procedure

1. Turn the two screws counterclockwise to loosen.
2. Remove the cover, foam precleaner and paper filter.
3. Remove the foam precleaner from the cover.
4. Wash the foam precleaner in liquid detergent and water.
5. Wrap the foam precleaner in a clean cloth and gently squeeze dry.
6. Saturate the foam precleaner in clean engine oil; gently squeeze out excess (DO NOT TWIST).
7. Install foam precleaner into cover, followed by the paper filter.
8. Install the cover, foam precleaner and paper filter.
9. Tighten the two screws to retain the filter in place.

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Source: Generac owner'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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