RDG603A13
– Issue 19
Page 53 of 97
Do not allow oil or contaminated parts to enter the inland water way system.
5. Fuel Filter Drain
– Shire 15 15/20
WARNING:
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.
Place a small drain bowl under the primary fuel filter / water trap.
Loosen the drain screw located in the bottom of the fuel filter / water trap (
Figure 33
)
Drain off any water.
Once the water has been drained, retighten the drain screw.
It is unlikely the complete fuel system will require bleeding.
Ensure the fuel tank is full prior to bleeding the fuel system.
Run for 5 minutes.
Check that the drain union is tight and that there are no leaks.
Do not over tighten the drain screw.
The boat builder should have fitted an additional water trap in the fuel system.
Ensure that this is drained regularly.
