Maintenance Procedures; Before Maintaining Your Unit; Checking / Adding Fuel; Replacing The Fuel Filter - Ferris Voyager FS5250 Series Operator's Manual

Maintenance Procedures

Before Maintaining Your Unit

Units Equipped with Electronic Fuel Injected Engines:
If electric welding on vehicle, remove battery negative cable
(black) from battery negative (-) terminal, and disconnect the
ECM electrical connector(s). If welding on the muffler, also
disconnect the O2 sensor electrical connector and remove
the O2 sensor from the muffler.

Checking / Adding Fuel

WARNING
Gasoline is highly flammable and must be handled with
care. Allow engine to cool for at least 3 minutes before
refueling. Do not allow open flame, smoking or matches in
the area. Avoid over-filling and wipe up any spills.
To add fuel:
1. Remove the fuel cap (A, Figure 28).
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2. Fill the fuel tank to the bottom of the filler neck with fresh
fuel (A, Figure 29). This will allow for fuel expansion. If
you are filling the tank from a fueling station make sure
that the nozzle is inserted into the tank far enough that
the splash guard (B) contacts the opening of the filler
neck.
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Note: Do not overfill. Refer to your engine owner's manual for
specific fuel recommendations.
3. Install and hand tighten the fuel cap.
NOTICE Refer to your engine owner's manual for specific
fuel recommendations.

Replacing the Fuel Filter

WARNING
Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and
explosive.
Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or death.
Do NOT remove the fuel filter when the engine is hot, as
spilled gasoline may ignite. Do NOT spread hose clamps
further than necessary. Ensure clamps grip hoses firmly
over filter after installation.
If filter is dirty or clogged, replace as follows:
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Place a container below the fuel filter (A, Figure 30) to
catch spilled fuel.
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3. Using pliers, open and slide the hose clamps (B) from the
fuel filter.
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