How To Change The Main Fuel Filter Canisters - Perkins 4006-23TAG1A User Handbook Manual

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How to change the main fuel filter canisters

Warning! Discard the used canister and fuel oil in a safe place and in accordance with local regulations.
Caution: It is important that only genuine Perkins parts are used. The use of a canister that is not a genuine
Perkins part may damage the fuel system and the warranty.
1 Thoroughly clean the filter head (A1) and the canister (A3).
2 Put a suitable container under the fuel filter assembly.
3 Use a suitable strap wrench (A2) to remove the canister. Discard the canister.
4 Lubricate the top of the new canister seal with clean fuel oil.
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Caution: The plate (A4) contains information on how to drain the fuel filter canister. It also has information on
when to change the filter canister. Before the filter is changed refer to the maintenance schedule.
5 Fit the new fuel filter canister and tighten it by hand only.
6 Prime the fuel system, see "How to prime the fuel system" on page 16.
7 Remove the container.
8 Run the engine and check for leaks.
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