Re: How do I clean an oil bath air filter?

Posted by HH56 On 2008/6/1 13:03:48

That statement is a bit vague but the elements are about the same--one just has more air flow than other.

The mesh is normally kept moist by the oil in bowl sloshing up and thru wicking and air flow, carried up thru element leaving just enough residue to trap dirt particles.

The heavy stuff (insects etc) can't penetrate and fall to bottom but the dirt particles will move up a bit so the occasional slosh is necessary. I use either solvent or kerosene and just give a quick dip & swirl to lower half, shake excess and then pour a bit of oil in and let it drain while doing something else.