7.7 Fuel Filter
7.7.1 Fuel filter – Replacement
Special tools, Material, Spare parts
Designation / Use
Part No.
Qty.
Filter wrench
F30379104
1
Easy-change filter
(→ Spare Parts Catalog)
1
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 en-
gine'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.
MS15029/01E 2015-06
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