RDG603A13
– Issue 19
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7. Fuel System Bleeding
DANGER:
DIESEL FUEL IS FLAMMABLE AND EXPLOSIVE UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS.
WARNING:
DIESEL FUEL IS HARMFUL TO SKIN. MAKE SURE THE RELEVANT PERSONAL
PROTECTION EQUIPMENT IS WORN.
Ensure the fuel tank is at least ¾ full prior to undertaking this procedure.
Open the bleed screw on top of the engine fuel filter.
Operate the fuel lift pump by hand or if there is an electric fuel pump, turn the ignition
keys on.
After the fuel filter has been purged of air, close the bleed screw.
Undo
ALL
the injector pipe connections.
Crank the engine over with the starter motor. When fuel can be seen, stop cranking.
Tighten the injector pipe connections.
Wipe off any excess fuel.
Crank the engine.
The engine should now start. If it does not start, repeat the above procedure.
Check for any leaks and clean up any spilt fuel.
8. Cooling System
DANGER:
SCALD HAZARD!
NEVER REMOVE THE COOLANT PRESSURE CAP IF THE ENGINE
IS HOT. STEAM AND HOT COOLANT WILL SPURT OUT AND SERIOUSLY BURN YOU.
TIGHTEN THE CAP SECURELY AFTER BEING REMOVED. STEAM CAN SPURT OUT
DURING ENGINE OPERATION IF THE CAP IS LOOSE.
