Fuel Prefilter (Switchable) – Filter Element - MTU 20V4000G44F Operating Instructions Manual

8.8.10 Fuel prefilter (switchable) – Filter element replacement
Special tools, Material, Spare parts
Designation / Use
Torque wrench, 6–50 Nm
Ratchet bit
Diesel fuel
Filter parts kit
DANGER
Components are moving or rotating.
Risk of crushing, danger of parts of the body being caught or pulled in!
• Operate the engine at low load only. Keep clear of the danger zone of the engine.
WARNING
Fuels are combustible and explosive.
Risk of fire and explosion!
• Avoid open flames, electrical sparks and ignition sources.
• Do not smoke.
• Wear protective clothing, protective gloves, and safety glasses / facial protection.
WARNING
Liquid or gaseous media, e.g. fuel, are poisonous.
Escaping vapors of highly volatile media, e.g. fuel or ether.
Risk of fatal injury through swallowing; risk of poisoning through inhalation; irritation to eyes
and skin!
• Seek medical attention immediately; do not induce vomiting.
• Do not inhale vapors or smoke.
• Wear protective clothing, protective gloves, and safety glasses.
• If contact is made with skin, wash off with water and soap.
• Keep the engine room well ventilated at all times.
WARNING
Exhaust gases are harmful to health and may cause cancer.
Risk of poisoning and suffocation!
• Keep the engine room well-ventilated at all times.
• Repair leaking exhaust pipework immediately.
WARNING
A high level of noise is produced when the engine is running.
Risk of hearing loss!
• Wear suitable hearing protection.
WARNING
Fuel in the prefilter can be pressurized.
Risk of injury through spraying fuel!
• Wear protective gloves and eye protectors/safety mask.
• Open screw-coupling slowly.
Preparatory steps
u Pressure ratios in the fuel prefilter, see (→ Page 127).
• In case of low pressure, replace fuel prefilter according to version A, see (→ Page 139).
• In case of high pressure, replace fuel prefilter according to version B, see (→ Page 140).
138 | Fuel Filter | MS15058/04E 2018-12
Part No.
F30027336
F30027340
(→ Spare Parts Catalog)
Qty.
1
1