Replacing The Fuel Filter; Cleaning The Fuel Strainer - JLG 1200SJP Service Maintenance Manual

SECTION 3 - CHASSIS & TURNTABLE
6. Manually screw in the new filter until the gasket is flush.
7. Tighten the filter another half-turn.
8. Check the oil level.
9. Check the oil pressure.
10. Check the oil filter cartridge and make sure there are no
leaks.

Replacing the Fuel Filter

WHEN WORKING ON THE FUEL SYSTEM, MAKE SURE THERE ARE NO OPEN
FLAMES OR SPARKS IN THE AREA. DO NOT SMOKE WHEN WORKING ON THE
FUEL SYSTEM.
1. Wipe the area around the filter to clean any dirt from the
area.
2. Undo the fuel filter cartridge and spin off.
3. Catch any escaping fuel.
4. Clean any dirt from the filter carrier sealing surface.
5. Apply a light film of oil or diesel fuel to the rubber gas-
ket of the new filter cartridge.
6. Manually screw in the new filter until the gasket is flush.
7. Tighten the fuel filter cartridge with a final half-turn.
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8. Open the fuel shut-off valve.
9. Check for leaks.

Cleaning the Fuel Strainer

WHEN WORKING ON THE FUEL SYSTEM, MAKE SURE THERE ARE NO OPEN
FLAMES OR SPARKS IN THE AREA. DO NOT SMOKE WHEN WORKING ON THE
FUEL SYSTEM.
1. Unscrew the hexagonal nut (1).
2. Remove the fuel strainer cover (2).
3. Clean the fuel strainer with diesel fuel, replace if neces-
sary.
4. Place the seal (3) in position.
5. Install the fuel strainer cover (2) in position and tighten
the hexagonal screw (1).
6. Check for leaks.
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