KCM 70Z7, Operation & Maintenance Manual

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MAINTENANCE
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Replace Fuel Main Filter Element
--- every 500 hours
IMPORTANT:
y
Be sure to use only genuine Kawasaki elements
for the fuel main filter element and the pre-
filter element. Failure to do so may lower engine
performance and/or shorten the engine service life.
y
Do not allow dirt and/or water to enter the fuel
system.
Procedures:
1. Remove cartridge filter (2) from fuel filter (1) by using a
filter wrench.
Arrange a container to receive fuel for safety and to
prevent ground from contamination.
2. Apply a thin film of clean fuel to the gasket of new
cartridge filter (2).
3. Turn cartridge filter (2) clockwise by hand until the
gasket touches the contact area.
4. Using the filter wrench, tighten the cartridge 3/4 turn
more.
Be careful not to overly tighten cartridge filter (2).
Deformation of the cartridge may result.
5. Bleed Air from the Fuel System
After replacing the fuel filter, bleed air from the fuel
system.
(Refer to "Bleed Air from the Fuel System" in item .)
M4GB-07-066
1, 2
2
MNDB-07-002