301.5, 301.6 and 301.8 Mini Hydraulic Excavators Caterpillar

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The water separator is located in the engine compartment.

1. Open the engine access door.

2. Loosen the drain valve on the bottom of the water separator. Allow the water and the sediment to drain into a suitable container.

3. Tighten the drain valve.

4. If the engine fails to start or if the engine starts to misfire or smoke then prime the fuel system.

   Refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Fuel System - Prime" for the procedure to prime the engine.

5. Close the engine access door.