Volvo D12, Operator'S Manual

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Maintenance 129
Fuel System Service
Changing the Primary Fuel Filter
Before working on or inspecting a vehi-
cle, set the parking brakes, place the
transmission in neutral and block the
wheels. Failure to do so can result in un-
expected vehicle movement and can
cause serious personal injury or death.
The standard primary filter is manufactured
by Racor. Use only their 30 micron (red
coded) element. Failure to do so could re-
sult in reduced power.
To replace the primary fuel filter element:
1
To avoid potential fire hazard, do not
service any part of the fuel system while
smoking or in the presence of flames,
sparks or hot surfaces, or when working
on an operating engine. Failure to follow
these precautions can result in fire. To
guard against burns from direct contact
with hot fuel, wear adequate protective
clothing (face shield, heavy gloves and
apron, etc.) when working on a hot en-
gine.
Open the drain valve and drain off
some fuel into a container. Use a strap
wrench to remove the filter cartridge
together with the bowl.