Volvo Penta D3 Operator's Manual page 91

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Fuel system, bleeding
The fuel system is self venting but may still require
venting after e.g. fuel filter replacement, when the fuel
tank has been run dry or after long breaks in opera-
tions.
IMPORTANT!
Never disconnect the delivery pipes.
1 Pump up fuel by pressing the fuel feed button (1)
1
for around 5 seconds.
2 Start the engine and check that no fuel leaks are
present.
Fuel Pre-filter, Change
WARNING!
Working with or approaching a running engine is a
safety risk. Watch out for rotating components and hot
surfaces.
1 Close the fuel stop cock on the fuel tank. Place a
container beneath the fuel filter.
2 Remove the cover by loosening screw (1).
3 Replace the insert and refit the cover.
4 Open the fuel stop cock and bleed the fuel system,
see section "Fuel system, bleeding".
5 Start the engine and check for leaks.
6 Hand in the scrapped filter at a recycling depot.
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