B. element: change, Caution, General maintenance – SkyTrak 6042 Operation Manual User Manual
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General Maintenance
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Model 6042
Origin 2/04
3. Remove dust from vacuator valve (4) by squeezing bottom of vacu-
ator to allow loose particles to fall out. Replace elements, if 
required, as described in paragraph 2B.
B. Element: Change
(As Restriction Indicator Indicates or
250 Hour Intervals) 
Outer Primary Element
All air cleaner manufacturers agree that attempting to clean or wash an 
element increases the chance for element damage. It is highly 
recommended that you consider the value of cleaning an element against 
the risks which could lead to engine damage. Adopt the policy that all 
elements should be replaced with new and not cleaned.
Inner Safety Element
An inner safety element should never be washed or reused. Always install a 
new element. Replace inner safety elements after every third primary 
element change. DO NOT remove an inner safety element until you have 
thoroughly cleaned the inside of the air cleaner canister. This will prevent 
dirt, which could damage the engine, from entering the induction manifold.
CAUTION:
NEVER run the engine with only the inner safety
element installed. Severe engine damage will result from dust 
entering the engine.
OA1280
4
250
OS0790
OH2710
