Fuel System Secondary Filter - Replace - Perkins 403J-E17T Operation And Maintenance Manual

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NOTICE
The water separator is under suction during normal
engine operation. Ensure that the drain valve is tight-
ened securely to help prevent air from entering the
fuel system.
Fuel System Secondary Filter -
Replace
Fuel leaked or spilled onto hot surfaces or electri-
cal components can cause a fire. To help prevent
possible injury, turn the start switch off when
changing fuel filters or water separator elements.
Clean up fuel spills immediately.
NOTICE
Ensure that the engine is stopped before any servic-
ing or repair is performed.
Refer to Systems Operation, Testing, and
Adjusting, "Cleanliness of Fuel System
Components" for detailed information on the
standards of cleanliness that must be observed
during ALL work on the fuel system.
Remove the Filter Element
1. Turn the fuel supply valve (if equipped) to the OFF
position before performing this maintenance.
2. Place a suitable container under the fuel filter to
catch any fuel that might spill. Clean up any spilled
fuel. Clean the outside body of the filter assembly.
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3. Open the drain valve (6) and if necessary, open
vent screw (1). Allow the fuel to drain from the
filter. Tighten vent screw (1) securely and close
drain valve (6).
4. Use a suitable strap wrench remove the filter bowl
(5) from filter base (2).
5. Remove the filter element (3) and discard the
element. Remove the O ring seal (4) from filter
bowl (5). Discard the old O ring seal.
6. Ensure the filter bowl (5) is clean and free from dirt.
Remove the Canister Fuel Filter
1. Turn the fuel supply valve (if equipped) to the OFF
position before performing this maintenance.
2. Place a suitable container under the fuel filter to
catch any fuel that might spill. Clean up any spilled
fuel. Clean the outside body of the filter assembly.
Maintenance Section

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