TSE DPT40-B, Owner'S Manual

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Service As Required
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Drain Water From Fuel Filter
1. Loosen drain valve (A) to drain water and debris as
needed. If necessary, open air bleed screw to allow
water to drain from separator.
2. Retighten drain valve securely.
3. Bleed air from the fuel system as required. See
Bleeding Fuel System in Service As Required section.
A—Drain Valve
B—Water Separator C—Primary Fuel Filter
D—Air Bleed Screw
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Bleeding Fuel System
CAUTION: Escaping fluid under pressure can
penetrate the skin causing serious injury. Relieve
pressure before disconnecting fuel or other lines.
Tighten all connections before applying pressure.
Keep hands and body away from pinholes and
nozzles which eject fluids under high pressure.
Use a piece of cardboard or paper to search
for leaks. Do not use your hand.
If ANY fluid is injected into the skin, it must
be surgically removed within a few hours
by a doctor familiar with this type injury or
gangrene may result. Doctors unfamiliar with
this type of injury may call the Deere & Company
Medical Department in Moline, Illinois, or other
knowledgeable medical source.
IMPORTANT: Do not operate the engine at high speeds
or full loads just before bleeding the fuel system
as this may cause fuel injection pump failure.
Bleed the fuel system anytime the fuel system has been
opened up. This includes:
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Keep Skin Away from High-Pressure Fluids
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After fuel filter changes.
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After pump or nozzle replacement.
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Anytime fuel lines have been disconnected.
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After engine has run out of fuel.
Bleed the fuel system using the following procedure:
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