Fuel Filters - Lincoln Electric VANTAGE SVM178-B Service Manual

D2.4

FUEL FILTERS

WARNING
When working on the fuel system
• Keep naked lights away, do not smoke !
• Do not spill fuel !
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The VANTAGE 500 DEUTZ is equipped with a Fuel
Filter/Water Separator located after the lift pump and
before fuel injectors.The procedure for changing the fil-
ter is as follows. See Figure D2.2
1. Close the fuel shutoff valve.
2. Clean the area around the fuel filter head. Remove
the filter. Clean the gasket surface of the filter head
and replace the o-ring.
3. Fill the clean filter with clean fuel, and lubricate the o-
ring seal with clean lubricating oil.
4. Install the filter as specified by the filter manufactur-
er.
WARNING
Mechanical overtightening will distort the threads,
filter element seal or filter can.
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Oil Filter
Fuel
Shut-Off
MAINTENANCE
FIGURE D2.2 - ENGINE ASSEMBLY
Fuel
Fuel Filter/
Pump
Water Separator
Oil Drain
Access Hole
VANTAGE® 500
There is also a filter screen in the fuel pump that should
be checked whenever the Fuel Filter/Water Separator
maintenance is performed. See Figure D2.3
• Close the fuel Shut-off valve.
• Remove the hex screw (1) on the top of the fuel
pump.
• Remove the cover and stainer (2) and clean the
strainer with diesel fuel (replace if necessary).
• Make sure the seal (3) is in place. Replace the
strainer and tighten the hex screw.
• Open the fuel valve and check for leaks.
FIGURE D2.3 - FUEL PUMP
Oil Fill
Cap
Dip Stick
D2.4
MAX
MIN