12.
Apply clean diesel fuel to the seal of the new
filter.
13.
Install the new filter onto the base. Tighten the
filter by hand until the seal contacts the filter base.
Tighten the filter by anadditional1/3 to 1/2 rotation.
Note:
The secondary fuel filter should be replaced at
the same time. See this Operation and Maintenance
Manual, “Fuel System Secondary Filter - Replace” for
further information.
14.
Open the fuel shutoff valve.
15.
Reconnect the battery, if necessary.
16.
Purge the air from the fuel system. See this
Operation and Maintenance Manual, “Fuel System
- Prime” for further instructions.
17.
Stop the engine and check for leaks.
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Fuel
System
Primary
Filter/
Water
Separator
-
Drain
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
Do not allow dirt to enter the fuel system. Thoroughly
clean the area around a fuel system component that
will be disconnected. Fit a suitable cover over any
disconnected fuel system components.
Illustration 95
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Typical example
1.
Ensure that the engine is stopped. Open drain (1).
The drain is a self-ventilated drain. Catch the
draining water in a suitable container. Dispose of
the water properly.
2.
Close drain (1).
NOTICE
The water separator is under suction during normal
engine operation. Ensure that the drain valve is tight-
ened securely to help prevent air from entering the
fuel system.
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Fuel
System
Secondary
Filter
-
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.
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