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

Section 3 • Scheduled Maintenance Procedures
CHECKLIST B PROCEDURES
3 Using a mild solvent, carefully wash the cap
venting system. Dry using low pressure
compressed air. Repeat this procedure
beginning with step 2.
4 Install the fuel tank cap onto the fuel tank.
5 Remove the breather cap from the hydraulic
tank.
6 Check for proper venting.
Result: Air passes through the hydraulic tank
cap. Proceed to step 8.
Result: If air does not pass through the cap,
clean or replace the cap. Proceed to step 7.
Note: When checking for positive tank cap venting,
air should pass freely through the cap.
7 Using a mild solvent, carefully wash the cap
venting system. Dry using low pressure
compressed air. Repeat this procedure
beginning with step 6.
8 Install the breather cap onto the hydraulic tank.
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Replace the Fuel Filter Element -
Perkins Models
Engine specifications require that this procedure be
performed every 250 hours or quarterly, whichever
comes first.
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.
Note: Perform this procedure with the engine off.
1 Remove the engine tray retaining fastener
2 Install the fastener that was just removed
S-60 • S-65 • S-60 TRAX • S-65 TRAX
S-60 HC • S-60X • S-60XC
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.
located under the engine tray. Swing the engine
tray out and away from the machine.
through the engine tray and into the engine tray
anchor hole in the turntable.
Crushing hazard. Failure to install
the fastener into the engine tray
anchor hole to secure the engine
tray from moving could result in
death or serious injury.
December 2013
Part No. 147753