Patent ID: 8376820

Claim:
A fender for a machine having an air induction system and a ceiling portion, the fender comprising: an outer shell forming an internal cavity, the outer shell forming an exterior surface of the machine and partially surrounding at least one traction device of the machine; a recess disposed within an internal wall of the outer shell, the recess being configured to receive and allow removal of an air filter of the air induction system; an opening through the outer shell providing access to the internal cavity and the recess from outside of the machine; a cover hinged to the outer shell and configured to close off the opening; and an air inlet flow member extending upward from the outer shell to a point above the outer shell and below the ceiling portion of the machine, the air inlet flow member being configured to direct a flow of air to an operator cabin of the machine via the air filter and via an air treatment device configured to thermally treat the flow of air.