MTU 8V2000M40A Operating Instructions Manual page 173

Easy-change fuel filter replace-
ment with the engine stopped
1. Cut out the filter to be replaced.
A Both filters cut in (operating position)
B Left filter cut out
C Right filter cut out
2. Unscrew switched off easy-change filter with
oil filter wrench.
3. Clean sealing surface on filter head.
4. Check seal on new easy-change filter and
moisten with fuel.
5. Fit SOLAS shield (→ Page 19).
6. Install and tighten easy-change filter by hand.
7. Set three-way cock to operating position
(both filters cut in).
8. Replace further fuel filters in the same way.
9. Vent fuel system (→ Page 170).
Easy-change fuel filter replace-
ment with the engine running
1. Cut out the filter to be replaced.
2. Open the threaded vent plugs at the filter
head of the cut-out filter and make sure that
the fuel filter is not pressurized.
3. Close threaded vent plugs.
4. Unscrew switched off easy-change filter with
oil filter wrench.
5. Clean sealing surface on filter head.
6. Check seal on new easy-change filter and
moisten with fuel.
7. Fit SOLAS shield (→ Page 19).
8. Install and tighten easy-change filter by hand.
9. Set three-way cock to operating position
(both filters cut in).
10. Replace further fuel filters in the same way.
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