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Generac — Servicing the Air Cleaner - Option 1

Maintenance

From a Generac owner's manual covering: GT-760, GT-990, GTH-760, GTH-990, GTV-760, GTV-990. Check it applies to your exact model before use.

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Before you start

  • Never run this equipment without the complete air cleaner system installed on the engine.

Procedure

  1. Remove air cleaner cover, then foam pre-filter.
  2. Wash pre-cleaner in soapy water. Squeeze pre-filter dry in clean cloth (DO NOT TWIST).
  3. Clean air cleaner cover before re-installing it.
  4. Remove paper filter; replace with a new one if too dirty.
  5. Clean air cleaner cover then slip pre-cleaner over filter.
  6. Insert new paper filter into the base of the air cleaner. Re-install air cleaner cover.

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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