8.8 Fuel Filter
8.8.1 Fuel filter – Replacement
Special tools, Material, Spare parts
Designation / Use
Part No.
Qty.
Oil filter wrench
F30379104
1
Easy-change filter
(→ Spare Parts Catalog)
DANGER
Rotating and moving engine parts.
Risk of crushing, danger of parts of the body being caught or pulled in!
• Before cranking the engine with starter system, make sure that there are no persons in the engine's
danger zone.
WARNING
High level of engine noise when the engine is running.
Risk of damage to hearing!
• Wear ear protectors.
WARNING
Fuels are combustible and explosive.
Risk of fire and explosion!
• Avoid open flames, electrical sparks and ignition sources.
• Do not smoke.
• Wear protective clothing, protective gloves, and safety glasses / facial protection.
NOTICE
Damage to component!
Severe material damage!
• For filter replacement with the engine running, operate the engine at low engine load.
• The filter which is to be replaced must be cut out for a brief period only.
Preparatory step
u
Provide a suitable container to collect the fuel.
Replacing fuel filter with the en-
gine running
1.
Note the three-way cock settings listed be-
low:
(A) Both filters are cut in (standard posi-
tion).
(B) Right filter is cut out.
(C) Left filter is cut out.
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