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4.15 INTAKE LEAK TEST
GENERAL
Do not allow open flame or sparks near propane. Propane
is extremely flammable, which could cause death or ser-
ious injury. (00521b)
Read and follow warnings and directions on propane
bottle. Failure to follow warnings and directions can result
in death or serious injury. (00471b)
NOTES
• To prevent false readings, keep air cleaner cover installed
when performing test.
• Do not direct propane into air cleaner; false readings will
result.
LEAK TESTER
TOOL NAME PART NUMBER
PROPANE ENRICHMENT KIT HD-41417
Parts List
• Standard 14 oz. propane cylinder.
• PROPANE ENRICHMENT KIT (Part No. HD-41417).
Tester Assembly
1. See Figure 4-45 . Make sure valve knob (6) is closed (fully
clockwise).
2. Screw valve assembly (5) onto propane bottle (1).
Tester Adjustment
1. See Figure 4-45 . Press and hold trigger button (8).
2. Slowly open valve knob (6) until pellet in flow gauge (7)
rises to between 5 and 10 SCFH on gauge.
3. Release trigger button.
1
8
5
9
3
2
7
4
6
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1. Propane bottle
2. Nozzle
3. Copper tube
4. Hose
5. Valve assembly
6. Valve knob
7. Flow gauge
8. Trigger button
9. Hanger
Figure 4-45. Leak Tester
PROCEDURE
1. Start engine.
2. Warm up engine to operating temperature.
NOTE
Do not direct propane stream toward air cleaner. If propane
enters air cleaner, a false reading will be obtained.
3. See Figure 4-46 . Aim nozzle toward possible sources of
leak such as intake manifold mating surfaces.
4. See Figure 4-45 . Press and release trigger button (8) to
dispense propane. Tone of engine will change when pro-
pane enters source of leak. Repeat as necessary to detect
leak.
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