Hobart 60CU20 Operation And Maintenance Manual With Illustrated Parts List page 77

OM-2226 / Operation and Maintenance Manual
60CU20 / Series 500062 / 400 Hz. Generator Set
To change the lubricity filter:
CAUTION
When installing new element, do not over tighten it; mechanical tools may distort or
crack filter head.
(1) Place a pan underneath the fuel filter to catch spilled fuel.
(2) Shut off fuel valve.
(3) Drain off some fuel by opening the drain valve.
(4) Undo fuel filter with commercial tool and spin off.
(5) Clean any dirt from the filter carrier rim
(6) Apply a light film of oil or diesel on the rubber seal on the new filter.
(7) Fill new filter with diesel fuel.
(8) Screw in the new fuel filter "snug".
(9) Check that the cartridge is seated correctly against the gasket and tighten with a final half turn.
(10) Make sure that all rags, or absorbent sheets, are clear of moving engine parts and cannot be
drawn in to the radiator fan.
(11) Open fuel valve.
(12) Start the engine and check for leaks. Correct as necessary with the engine off.
c) Primary Fuel Filter
A primary fuel filter is mounted above the engine starter in the engine compartment. The filter's
function is to remove foreign material from the fuel before it enters the fuel lift pump.
Change the fuel filter after every 500 hours of operation.
Replacement fuel filter part number:
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Hobart: 286897-036
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Cummins: FF5612
Change the fuel filter after every
500 hours of operation.
May 2, 2013
Figure 5: Primary Fuel Filter
Chapter 2-2
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