Cleaning The Air Filter - Wh2000I Series - Westinghouse WH1000i Manual Del Propietário

Figure 42 – Foam Element
5. Wash the foam air filter element by submerging
the element in a solution of household detergent
soap and warm water. Slowly squeeze the foam to
thoroughly clean.
NOTICE
NEVER twist or tear the foam air filter element
during cleaning or drying. Only apply slow but firm
squeezing action.
Rinse in clean water by submerging the air filter
element in fresh water and applying a slow squeezing
action.
NOTICE
Never dispose of soap cleaning solution used to
clean the air filter by dumping the solution into
a sewer, on the ground, or into groundwater or
waterways. Always be environmentally responsible.
Follow the guidelines of the EPA or other
governmental agencies for proper disposal of
hazardous materials. Consult local authorities or
reclamation facility.
6. Dispose of used soap cleaning solution properly.
7. Dry the air filter element by again applying a slow
firm squeezing action.
8. Return the air filter element to its position in the air
cleaner housing.
9. Install the air cleaner cover, making sure the tabs
lock into place.
10. Install the engine service panel.
MAINTENANCE
Cleaning the Air Filter – WH2000i Series
The air filter must be cleaned after every 50 hours of
use or 3 months (frequency should be increased if
inverter is operated in a dusty environment).
1. Turn off the inverter and let it cool for several
minutes if running.
2. Remove the engine service panel to gain access to
the air filter.
3. Remove the screw for the air cleaner cover and
remove the cover (see Figure 43).
Figure 43 – Air Cleaner Cover
4. Remove the foam element from the air cleaner
housing (see Figure 44).
Figure 44 – Foam Element
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