Panther T14R - Operation and maintenance manual
ENGINE AND SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
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Priming the Fuel System
Figure 201
Fuel priming pump
Priming of the fuel lines and filters is performed by an
electrical pump and is automatic.
The fuel system will be primed under the following
conditions:
» running out of fuel;
» storage;
» replacement of the fuel filter, of a part on the circuit
or partial drain of fuel in the circuit.
To prime, proceed as follows:
» Turn ignition switch to “Run”;
NOTE : The switch will allow the electric pump to
operate. The ECM will stop the pump after
2 minutes.
» Turn ignition switch to “OFF”;
» Operate the engine starter and crank the engine.
After, operate the engine for 5 minutes at low idle.
Ensure the engine is running at stable idle and
there are no leaks.
NOTICE
Do not crank the engine for more than
30 second. Allow the engine to cool for two min-
utes before attempting to crank again.
NOTICE
After engine is stopped, always wait at least 10
minutes to allow fuel pressure to be purged
from the high pressure fuel lines before any
service or repair is performed.
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DRAINING THE FUEL TANKS
Figure 202
1. Fuel tank drain plug
Each fuel tank is equipped with a plug to drain water
and sediment from its bottom.
» Turn off the battery isolator switch.
» Install a recipient under the drain plug of the tank.
» Open the drain plug and wait until the water and
sediments are drained from the tank.
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION : Dispose of
the diesel fuel according to prevailing legal
requirements.
» Clean and re-install the drain plug. Check for leaks.
» Turn on the battery isolator switch.
FUEL SYSTEM VERIFICATION
Inspection of fuel lines, hoses, filters and system com-
ponents should be undertaken periodically to check for
wear and deterioration.
WARNING
Fuel under pressure
The fuel system operates at very high pressure.
On the engine has stop running, wait
10 minutes for the pressure to dissipate before
working on the system.
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