Priming The Fuel System - Ferris IS2000Z Diesel Operator's Manual

Operation

PRIMING THE FUEL SYSTEM

Priming the fuel system removes any air bubbles from
the fuel system.
WARNING
Fuel leaked or spilled onto hot surfaces or
electrical components can cause a fire. To help
prevent possible injury, turn the ignition switch
off when changing fuel filter or water separator
element. Clean up fuel spills immediately.
The fuel system would only need to be primed under
the following conditions:
• Before starting the engine for the first time.
• After running the machine out of fuel and fresh
fuel has been added to the fuel tanks.
• After performing maintenance on the fuel system,
such as changing the fuel filter or replacing a fuel
system component.
To prime the fuel system:
1. Make sure that there is fuel in the fuel tanks and
that both fuel tank shut off valves (A, Figure 2) are
open.
2. Turn the key to the ON position (not the start
position). The electric fuel pump feeds fuel to the
system.
3. When the fuel filter (A, Figure 3) is free of air
bubbles the engine is ready to start.
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Figure 2. Fuel Shut Off Valve
A. Fuel Shut Off Valve Location
B. Open Position
C. Closed Position
A
Figure 3. Fuel System Priming
A. Fuel Filter
B
A
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