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Figure 33: Fuel Filter Drain Screw
6. Fuel Filter Change
DANGER:
DIESEL FUEL IS FLAMMABLE AND EXPLOSIVE UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS.
WARNING:
DIESEL FUEL IS HARMFUL TO SKIN. MAKE SURE THE RELEVANT PERSONAL
PROTECTION EQUIPMENT IS WORN.
Ensure the fuel tank is at least ¾ full prior to undertaking this procedure.
Turn off the main boat fuel supply tap. This is located on or near the fuel tank.
Place a small drip tray under the filter body.
Remove the fuel filter in the same way as the engine oil filter in
Section 7
– Service
Procedure
.
Smear a small amount of clean fuel on all of the O ring seals that are supplied with the
new filter element.
Screw the new element back into the filter head. Tighten by hand only.
Turn the main boat fuel supply tap back on.
Ensure the system is correctly bled before attempting to start up.
Drain Screw