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1.
Water separator filter canister
3.
Clean the area where the filter canister mounts.
4.
Remove the filter canister and clean the
mounting surface.
5.
Lubricate the gasket on the filter canister with
clean oil.
6.
Install the filter canister by hand until the gasket
contacts mounting surface, then rotate it an
additional 1/2 turn.
7.
Tighten the drain plug on the bottom of the filter
canister.
Cleaning the Fuel Pick-up
Tube Screen
The fuel pick-up tube, located inside the fuel tank, is
equipped with a screen to help prevent debris from
entering the fuel system. Remove the fuel pick-up
tube and clean the screen as required.
Bleeding the Fuel System
Bleed the fuel system after you replace the water
separator.
1.
Loosen the drain plug on the bottom of the
fuel-filer canister.
2.
Turn the key switch to the On position.
Note:
The electric fuel pump runs to
automatically bleed air from the fuel system.
The time varies from 10 to 60 seconds.
Electrical System
Maintenance
Important:
Before welding on the machine,
disconnect both cables from the battery, both
wire-harness plugs from the electronic control
module, and the terminal connector from the
alternator to prevent damage to the electrical
system.
Electrical System Safety
•
Disconnect the battery before repairing the
machine. Disconnect the negative terminal first
and the positive last. Connect the positive terminal
first and the negative last.
•
Charge the battery in an open, well-ventilated
area, away from sparks and flames. Unplug the
charger before connecting or disconnecting the
battery. Wear protective clothing and use insulated
tools.
Servicing the Battery
Service Interval:
Every 50 hours—Check the
condition of and clean the battery.
Every 50 hours—Check the battery cable
connections.
WARNING
CALIFORNIA
Proposition 65 Warning
Battery posts, terminals, and related
accessories contain lead and lead
compounds, chemicals known to
the State of California to cause
cancer and reproductive harm. Wash
hands after handling.
DANGER
Battery electrolyte contains sulfuric acid
which is a deadly poison and causes severe
burns.
•
Do not drink electrolyte and avoid contact
with skin, eyes, or clothing. Wear safety
glasses to shield your eyes and rubber
gloves to protect your hands.
•
Fill the battery where clean water is always
available for flushing the skin.
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