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Generac QuietPact 40 — Maintaining the Engine Air Cleaner - Foam Precleaner

Maintenance

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

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

Before you start

  • Do not twist the foam precleaner when removing excess oil.

Parts for this job

Part numbers from the service-parts list for Generac QuietPact 40. Verify against your serial number before ordering; some links are affiliate links.

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 precleaner in a clean cloth and gently squeeze it dry.
  6. Saturate precleaner in clean engine oil; squeeze out excess without twisting.
  7. Install precleaner into the cover, followed by the paper filter.
  8. Install the cover and tighten the two screws.

Full service-parts list: Generac QuietPact 40 →

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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