Fuel Prefilter With Water Separator - Filter Element Replacement - MTU 12V4000M*3 series Operating Instructions Manual

8.8.7 Fuel prefilter with water separator – Filter element replacement
Preconditions
☑ Positive pressure at the prefilter inlet
Special tools, Material, Spare parts
Designation / Use
Torque wrench, 10–60 Nm
Ratchet adapter
Filter element
O-ring
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
Tank is pressurized.
Risk of eye injuries resulting from fluid escaping under high pressure!
• Open tank slowly.
• Wear goggles or safety mask.
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 mist.
• Wear protective clothing, protective gloves, and safety glasses.
• If contact is made with skin, wash off with water and soap.
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
Hot components/surfaces.
Risk of burns!
• Allow the engine to cool down to below 50 °C before beginning work.
• Wear suitable protective equipment/thermal gloves.
• Avoid unprotected contact with hot surfaces.
NOTICE
Damage to component!
Severe material damage!
• For filter replacement with the engine running, operate the engine at low engine load.
• The filter which is to be replaced must be cut out for a brief period only.
Part No.
F30452769
F30027340
(→ Spare Parts Catalog)
(→ Spare Parts Catalog)
MS15036/00E 2018-08 | Fuel Filter | 273
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