5-4 Generator Maintenance/Service
450 LXi
Owner Manual
~ 5-4-4 ~
Rev. “C”
Air bleeding of the fuel system is required:
After the fuel fi lter and pipes have been detached and refi tted;
After the fuel tank has become empty; or
Before the engine is to be used after a long storage.
PROCEDURE:
Fill the fuel tank to the fullest extent. Open the fuel fi lter lever.
Open the air vent cock on top of the fuel injection pump.
Turn the engine, continue it for about 10 seconds, then stop it, or move
the fuel feed pump lever by hand (optional).
Close the air vent cock on top of the fuel injection pump.
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!!IMPORTANT: Always keep the air vent cock on the fuel injection pump
closed except when air is vented, or it may cause the engine to stop.
5-4.4.3 Checking the Fuel Pipes
Check the fuel pipes every 50 hours of operation.
If the clamp band is loose, apply oil to the screw of the band, and tighten the band securely.
If the fuel pipes, made of rubber, become worn out, replace them and the clamp bands every two years.
If the fuel pipes and clamp bands are found worn or damaged before two years time, replace or repair them at once.
After replacement of the pipes and bands, air-bleed the fuel system.
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!!IMPORTANT: When the fuel pipes are not installed, plug them at both ends
with clean cloth or paper to prevent dirt from entering. Dirt in the pipes can
cause fuel injection pump malfunction.
5-4.4.4 Fuel Filter Cartridge Replacement
Replace the fuel fi lter cartridge with a new one every 400 operating hours.
Apply fuel oil thinly over the gasket and tighten the cartridge into position by
hand-tightening only.
Finally, vent the air.
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!!IMPORTANT: Replace the fuel fi lter cartridge periodically to
prevent wear of the fuel injection pump plunger or the injection
nozzle, due to dirt in the fuel.
(1) Fuel Filter Cartridge
(2) Air Vent Plug
(3) O Ring
(4) Pipe Joint
(5) Cover
CAUTION!!
To
avoid
personal
injury:
Do not bleed a hot engine, this could cause fuel to spill onto a hot exhaust manifold creating a danger of fi re.
CAUTION!!
To avoid personal injury:
Check or replace the fuel pipes after stopping the engine. Broken fuel pipes can cause fi res.
5-4.4.2 Air Bleeding the Fuel System
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