RDG603A73 - Issue 3
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WARNING:
DIESEL FUEL IS HARMFUL TO SKIN. MAKE SURE THE RELEVANT PERSONAL
PROTECTION EQUIPMENT IS WORN.
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Place a small drain bowl under the primary fuel filter / water trap.
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Loosen the drain screw located in the bottom of the fuel filter / water trap (
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Drain off any water.
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Once the water has been drained, retighten the drain screw.
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It is unlikely the complete fuel system will require bleeding.
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Run for 5 minutes.
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Check that the drain union is tight and that there are no leaks.
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Do not over tighten the drain screw.
The boat builder should have fitted an additional water trap in the fuel system.
Ensure that this is drained regularly.
Figure 18: Primary Fuel Filter Drain Screw
