Optional Fuel Water Separator Filter Element

Clean filter element after each fifth back flushing of water separator assembly. Filter element can be cleaned as often as necessary for an indefinite number of times. Replace element if damaged or if cleaning becomes impossible.

  1. Shut off engine.

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    Fuel Shutoff (Located Under Fuel Water Separator)

    Close fuel shut-off valve (A).



  3. Drain fuel into appropriate container and dispose of it in accordance with local laws and ordinances.

    Open drain valve and drain fuel from bowl.

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    Water Separator Lid

    Loosen lid cap screws evenly in sequence shown.



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    Remove lid (A), spring cassette (B). Lift filter element (C) from housing using attached handle.



  6. Wash filter element in clean diesel fuel or mineral spirits.

  7. Carefully inspect filter element for damage. If damaged, or if filter cannot be cleaned, replace filter element.

  8. Install cleaned or new filter element and spring cassette.

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    Inspect lid gasket (D) condition and replace if necessary.



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    Lid Cap Screw Tightening Sequence

    Install lid. Tighten cap screws in sequence shown.



  11. Open fuel shut-off valve.

  12. Start and run engine at high idle for at least 2 minutes. If engine will not start or starts and dies, see Fuel Filters in Service - Change section of this Operator’s Manual.

  13. Shut off engine and check for fuel leaks.

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