Operation 11-2 To Renew - Canister Type - Perkins New 1000 Series Workshop Manual

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To renew - canister type
Warning! Discard the used canister and fuel oil in a safe place and in accordance with local regulations.
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 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.
1 Thoroughly clean the outside surfaces of the fuel filter assembly.
2 Loosen the drain device at the bottom of the filter (A) and allow the water / fuel to drain into a suitable
container.
3 Use a strap wrench or similar tool to loosen the filter canister and remove the canister.
4 Ensure that the threaded adaptor (B1) is secure in the filter head and that the inside of the head is clean.
5 Lubricate lightly the top seals (B2) of the new canister with clean fuel. Fit the new canister to the filter head
and tighten, by hand only.
6 Eliminate the air from the fuel filter, see Operation 11-20.
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