Replace The Fuel Filter Element - Perkins Diesel Models - Genie S-60 Service Manual

Section 4 • Scheduled Maintenance Procedures
TABLE C PROCEDURES
C-4
Replace the Fuel Filter Element -
Perkins Diesel Models
Replacing the diesel fuel filter element is essential
for good engine performance and service life. A
dirty or clogged filter may cause the engine to
perform poorly and continued use may cause
component damage. Extremely dirty conditions
may required that the filter be replaced more often.
Explosion and fire hazard. Engine
fuels are combustible. Perform this
procedure in an open, well-
ventilated area away from heaters,
sparks, flames and lighted
tobacco. Always have an
approved fire extinguisher within
easy reach.
Perform this procedure with the
engine off.
Immediately clean up any fuel that
may have spilled during this
procedure.
1 Open the engine side turntable cover and locate
the fuel filter.
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Thoroughly clean the outside surfaces of the
2
fuel filter assembly.
3 Hold the bottom cover of the filter element and
remove the element retaining screw.
4 Lower the bottom cover of the filter.
5 Remove the element and dispose of properly.
6 Clean the inside surfaces of the filter head and
the bottom cover.
7 Lightly lubricate the upper seal and the o-ring
with clean diesel fuel and install them into the
filter head.
Genie S-60 & Genie S-65
Third Edition • First Printing
a element retaining screw
b upper seal
c o-ring
d filter element
e lower seal
f bottom cover
Part No. 65196
a
b
c
d
e
f