International HS 2.8L, Service Manual

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International HS 2.8L Fuel System
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8120081 - 05/02 - Service Manual
INTERNATIONAL ENGINES
3. In periods of intense cold (under 0 ºC)
(32 °F), 20% of aviation kerosene can be
added to the diesel fuel. This procedure will
avoid that the existence of paraffin in the
diesel fuel obstruct the fuel piping. In the
filling, first put the kerosene and then the fuel.
Note: Only use aviation kerosene in situations when the ambient temperature is under zero.
(0 °C) (32 °F).
Fuel Filter
The filter has the function to retain the impurities
to make that the system receives a clean fuel,
avoiding this way damages in the engine fuel
injection pump and the nozzles.
Note: Use only genuine filter element.
Filter drainage
Daily, in order to avoid the premature obstruction
of the filter and to guarantee the fuel injection
pump and nozzles durability, it is necessary drain
it before the initial start, according to the Periodic
Maintenance table.
1. Open filter drainage lateral plug.
2. Open filter upper plug.
3. As soon as the fuel flows clean, through the
side plug, close the drain plug.
4. Close upper plug.
5. Check for leakages.