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Generac — Servicing the Air Cleaner

Maintenance · Air filter

From a Generac owner's manual — check it applies to your exact model before use.

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Procedure

  1. Press the OFF button on the control panel to stop the generator.
  2. Lift the lid and remove the front panel.
  3. Remove the cover clips and air cleaner cover.
  4. Remove the old air filter element and discard it.
  5. Thoroughly clean the air cleaner enclosure of any dust or debris.
  6. Install a new air filter element.
  7. Install the air cleaner cover and fasten the cover clips.
  8. Verify that the air inlet duct is properly connected to the air cleaner cover.
  9. Press the AUTO button on the control panel to return to AUTO mode.

Tools required

  • Screwdriver for cover clips Amazon

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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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