Fuel Filters - Perkins New 1000 Series Workshop Manual

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Fuel filters

Cautions:
l It is important that only the genuine Perkins parts are used. The use of a wrong canister or element can
damage the fuel injection pump.
l The pre-filter and main filter canisters must be renewed at the same time.
l Do not allow dirt to enter the fuel system. Before a connection is disconnected, clean thoroughly the area
around the connection. After a component has been disconnected, fit a suitable cover to all open
connections.
There are three types of fuel filter element in use:
The separate element type (A2) where the filter element is held between the filter head (A1) and the bottom
cover (A3). The filter can have two elements (A).
The canister type where the filter element has an internal thread at the top (B2) and is fastened to a threaded
adaptor in the filter head (B1).
A fuel filter with a quick release canister (C). The filter can have two canisters. Some engines are fitted with a
pre-filter of the same type (C2). This filter is fitted next to the main filter (C1), but connected in the fuel system
before the fuel lift pump. It is important to ensure that the main and pre-filters are fitted in the correct positions.
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