Replace Fuel Filter Element - Hitachi Zaxis 17U-5A Operator's Manual

Replace Fuel Filter Element

--- every 500 hours
IMPORTANT:
 Be sure to use only genuine Hitachi elements for the
fuel filter element. Failure to do so may deteriorate
the engine performance and/or shorten the engine
service life. Please be noted that all engine failures
caused by using other manufacturers' elements are
excluded from Hitachi Warranty Policy.
 Take care not to allow dirt and/or water to enter the
fuel tank.
1. Park the machine following the same procedures as
described on page 7-7 for preparation for inspection and
maintenance.
2. Close fuel cock (6).
3. Place a 0.5 liter or larger capacity container under fuel
filter (1).
4. Loosen ring nut (3) of fuel filter (1). Remove filter cup (4).
5. Replace element (2) with a new one.
6. Clean filter cup (4). Install new element (2). Install filter
cup (4) with ring nut (3).
7. Open fuel cock (6).
8. Loosen air bleed plug (5). When fuel comes close to the
plug hole, close air bleed plug (5).
9. Bleed Air from the Fuel System
After replacing the fuel filter element, bleed air from the
fuel supply system.
( Refer to the "Bleed Air from the Fuel System".)
MAINTENANCE
6
1
6
1
7-58
ZX17U-5A
ZX26U-5A
5
MABA-07-049
MABA-07-050
2
4
3
M503-07-038