Routine Service and Maintenance
4.21
•
Allow engine to cool before removing the filter bowl.
•
Place a container underneath the filter assembly to catch any spilled fuel.
• Properly dispose of fuel according to State and Local regulations.
• Make sure to clean up any spilled fuel from in and around the engine
compartment of the machine. Spilled fuel may be ignited by a hot engine.
a.
Rotate the fuel shut off valve (Item 2,
Figure 4–21
) to stop the fuel flow from the tank.
b.
Place a suitable sized container beneath the filter assembly to catch any spilled fuel.
c.
Rotate the filter bowl (Item 3,
Figure 4–21
) and remove it from the filter assembly.
d. Dispose of the fuel and water in the bowl according to State and Local regulations.
e.
Remove the paper filter (Item 4,
Figure 4–21
) and dispose of according to State and
Local regulations.
f.
Install new paper filter.
g.
Reinstall and secure the filter bowl.
h. Reopen the fuel valve.
If the fuel bowl does not fill with fuel, it may be necessary to air bleed the fuel system.
See Fuel System Air Bleed instructions.
6. Check battery for signs of leakage or for corrosion on the battery cables.
a. Check the battery (Item 4,
Figure 4–22
) for signs of leaking electrolyte. If any signs of
damage are visible, remove and replace the battery.
CAUTION
NOTICE
