TM 9-2350-238-10
AIR FILTERS–CONTINUED
REMOVAL AND INSPECTION–CONTINUED
5 Remove ten filter spacers (5) and lift
filter bag (6) from basket.
6 Check filter bag for leaks. If there is
evidence of leaks, replace filter bag.
Heavy traces of dust on inside of filter
bag is evidence of a leak. Light traces of
dust on inside of filter bags are normal.
FILTER BAG CLEANING
Three methods of cleaning filter bags are
listed. The best method of cleaning is number
three.
DO NOT strike bag against any
surface. Do not allow dust to
enter inside filter bag pockets
during cleaning.
1 Grasp rubber cap end of filter ( 1 ) with
both hands and shake filter. Be sure to
shake dust from filter pocket edges and
from between pleats.
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