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Typical example
1.
Unlock the fuel priming pump handle (1). Turn
handle counter clockwise. Pull the fuel priming
pump handle upwards.
2.
Loosen the vent screw (3) on the fuel filter.
3.
Push down and pull up the fuel priming pump
handle for approximately 30 seconds.
4.
Continue to operate the fuel pump handle until
strong pressure can be felt, or until fuel free from
air can be seen coming out of the fuel filter vent
screw (3).
5.
Press in the fuel pump handle and lock the handle
into the fuel pump body. To lock the handle, turn
handle clockwise. Tighten fuel filter vent screw to a
torque of 1.5 N·m (13 lb in).
Note:
The stronger the pressure in the fuel system
the quicker the engine will start.
NOTICE
Do not crank the engine continuously for more than
30 seconds. Allow the starting motor to cool for two
minutes before cranking the engine again.
6.
Wait 30 seconds and start the engine. This
procedure will remove any air that could be
trapped within the fuel system. Check for leaks in
the fuel system.
Refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual,
“Starting the Engine” for more information.
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Fuel
System
Primary
Filter
(Water
Separator)
Element
-
Replace
Fuel leaked or spilled onto hot surfaces or electri-
cal components can cause a fire. To help prevent
possible injury, turn the start switch off when
changing fuel filters or water separator elements.
Clean up fuel spills immediately.
NOTICE
Ensure that the engine is stopped before any servic-
ing or repair is performed.
Fuel Filter Remove
1.
Turn the fuel supply valve (if equipped) to the OFF
position before performing this maintenance.
2.
Clean the outside of the fuel filter assembly before
removal. Install a suitable container below the filter
assembly to catch any diesel fuel spillages.
3.
Drain the water separator. Refer to Operation and
Maintenance Manual, “Fuel System Primary Filter/
Water Separator - Drain” for the correct procedure.
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Maintenance Section
Fuel System Primary Filter (Water Separator) Element - Replace