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Home Generators - Alpha Gen — Filter Removal, Replacement, and Cleaning

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Procedure

  1. 1. Unlock and remove the rear door.
  2. 2. Pull the four captive fasteners (item 1, below) out.
  3. 3. Tilt the filter frame away from the door and remove the filter.
  4. 4. Clean the filter using a vacuum or compressed air (if available) to remove loose dust and dirt. Then use a soap and water solution to remove any trapped dirt. Use compressed air to dry the filter. After cleaning, re-coat the filters using RP Super Filter Coat Adhesive, available from local suppliers.
  5. 5. Replace the filter (Verify the “Air Flow” indicating mark faces into the enclosure) and refasten the filter frame.
  6. 6. Replace and lock the rear door.
  7. 3.4 Filter Cleaning 1 1 1 1 Fig. 3-3 Access Panel and Air Filter
  8. 3. Maintenance 38 031-099-B4-002 Rev. C TM ©2000
  9. 3.5 PAD SHEAR Magnetic Switch and Water Intrusion Float Allow 15 minutes for completion of procedure Tools required: 3/8”-1/4”-5/16” wrenches Wire cutters Phillips screwdriver
  10. 1. Remove the APU housing access panel.

Source: manual:3.5kW 5.0kW Operation Maint. Manual.pdf. Figures and steps are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.