9.7 Fuel System
9.7.1 Fuel system – Venting
Preconditions
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Engine is stopped and starting disabled.
Special tools, Material, Spare parts
Designation / Use
Part No.
Qty.
Torque wrench
F30044239
1
Ratchet bit
F30027340
1
Diesel fuel
Engine oil
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.
WARNING
Liquid or gaseous media, e.g. fuel, are poisonous.
Escaping vapors of highly volatile media, e.g. fuel or ether.
Risk of fatal injury through swallowing; risk of poisoning through inhalation; irritation to eyes
and skin!
• Seek medical attention immediately; do not induce vomiting.
• Do not inhale vapors or mist.
• Wear protective clothing, protective gloves, and safety glasses.
• If contact is made with skin, wash off with water and soap.
Venting LP fuel system
1.
Provide a container in which to collect escap-
ing fuel.
Note:
Inner diameter of hose: 6 mm.
2.
Open vent valve (1) and connect suitable
hose.
3.
Unlock fuel priming pump, screw out han-
dle (2) by turning it counterclockwise.
4.
Operate the pump with the handle (2) until
bubble-free fuel emerges from the vent
valve (1).
5.
Remove hose.
6.
Close vent valve (1) and, using a torque wrench, tighten to specified tightening torque.
Name
Size
Type
Lubricant
Value/Standard
Screw
Tightening torque
6 Nm +2 Nm
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