Diesel Exhaust Fluid - Fill - Perkins 1206F-E70TTA Operation And Maintenance Instructional Manual

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6. Install the retaining plate (6) and install screws (7).
Tighten screws (7) to a torque of 1.1 N·m
(9.8 lb in).
7. Install new outer filter (3) onto DEF tank header
(1). Ensure that the clamp (2) is located between
the location points (A).
8. Tighten clamp (2) to a torque of 4.5 N·m (40 lb in).
9. Install the DEF tank header, refer to Disassembly
and Assembly, Manifold (DEF Heater) - Remove
and Install.

Diesel Exhaust Fluid - Fill

Refer to the original equipment manufacture
information for the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) tank
capacity.
Illustration 80
Lockable type DEF Filler cap
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Illustration 81
Typical example
Ensure that the correct specification Diesel Exhaust
Fluid (DEF) is used. Ensure the cleanliness of the
DEF, refer to this Operation and Maintenance
Manual, "Fluid Recommendations" for more
information.
Care should be taken when dispensing DEF. Spills
should be cleaned immediately. All surfaces should
be wiped clean and rinsed with water.
DEF that has been spilt will crystallize when the
water within the liquid evaporates. Spilt DEF will
attack paint and metal. If DEF is spilt, wash the area
with water.
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Caution should be used when dispensing DEF near
an engine that has recently been running. Spilling
DEF onto hot components may cause the release of
ammonia vapors. Do not breathe ammonia vapors.
Do not clean up any spills with bleach.
1. Ensure that the engine is stopped. Ensure that the
DEF cap (1) and the surrounding area are clean
and free from dirt.
2. Remove the DEF cap from the tank.
3. Fill the tank with the required amount of DEF.
Ensure that dirt is not introduced into the tank
during filling. Do not over fill the tank. The DEF
may require room for expansion.
Note: Always fill the DEF tank on level ground. Cold
weather can affect DEF, refer to this Operation and
Maintenance Manual, "Diesel Exhaust Fluid in cold
Weather" for more information.
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Maintenance Section
Diesel Exhaust Fluid - Fill
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