Fuel System Filter - Replace - Perkins 4008-30 Operation And Maintenance Manual

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Fuel System Filter - Replace

Illustration 69
1. Ensure that there is an adequate level of fuel in the
fuel tank. If equipped, ensure that the fuel supply
valve is in the ON position.
2. Loosen the connector (1) and unscrew fuel pump
handle (4). Operate pump handle until fuel fee
from air flows from the connection. Clean up any
fuel that is spilled during fuel priming.
3. Tighten connection (1) and loosen connection (2).
Operate pump handle until fuel fee from air flows
from the connection. Tighten connection (2). Clean
up any fuel that is spilled during fuel priming.
Operate pump handle (4) to increase the pressure
in the low-pressure fuel system.
4. Push the handle and twist the handle to return the
pump handle to the locked position.
5. Operate the starting motor and crank the engine.
After the engine has started, run the engine for a
minimum of 5 minutes to remove any trapped air
within the fuel system.
Fuel System 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.
Ensure that the engine is stopped before any servic-
ing or repair is performed.
Care must be taken to ensure that fluids are con-
tained during performance of inspection, mainte-
nance, testing, adjusting and repair of the product.
Be prepared to collect the fluid with suitable contain-
ers before opening any compartment or disassem-
bling any component containing fluids.
Dispose of all fluids according to local regulations
and mandates.
Ensure that the battery is isolated, before any servic-
ing or repair is performed.
The water separator can be under suction during nor-
mal engine operation. Ensure that the drain valve is
tightened securely to help prevent air from entering
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the fuel system.
Fuel Filter with Water Separator
Table 15
Tool
Part Number
A
NOTICE
NOTICE
NOTICE
NOTICE
Required Tools
Part Name
-
Strap Wrench
SEBU9077-02
g06010017
Qty
1

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