Perkins 2806A-E18TA Operation And Maintenance Manual page 101

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NOTICE
Do not fill fuel filters with fuel before installing
them. The fuel will not be filtered and could be
contaminated. Contaminated fuel will cause ac-
celerated wear to fuel system parts. The fuel sys-
tem should be primed prior to starting the engine.
Water in the fuel can cause the engine to run rough.
Water in the fuel may cause an electronic unit injector
to fail. If the fuel has been contaminated with water,
the element should be changed before the regularly
scheduled interval.
The primary filter/water separator also provides
filtration to help extend the life of the secondary fuel
filter. The element should be changed regularly. If a
vacuum gauge is installed, the primary filter/water
separator should be changed at 50 to 70 kPa
(15 to 20 inches Hg).
Illustration 65
(A) 2806A and 2806C Primary fuel filter
(B) 2806A and 2806C Secondary fuel filter
Fuel System Primary Filter (Water Separator) Element - Replace
2806A and 2806C Primary Filter
Illustration 66
Typical example
1. Place a suitable container below the primary fuel
filter to catch any fluid that may spill. Clean any
split fluid.
2. Clean the outside of the primary fuel filter.
3. If equipped, turn the fuel supply valve to the OFF
position. Remove the drain plug (3) from filter
housing (2) and drain the fuel from the primary fuel
filter.
4. Remove filter housing assembly (2) from filter base
(1).
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