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Fuel leaked or spilled onto hot surfaces or electrical components can cause a fire. To help prevent possible injury, turn the start switch off when changing fuel filters or water separator elements. Clean up fuel spills immediately. |
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- Stop the engine. Ensure that the engine will not start during this procedure.
- Shut off the fuel supply valve.
- Loosen the T-handle (1) and remove the cover (2) .
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Do not allow dirt to enter the fuel system. Thoroughly clean the area around a fuel system component that will be disconnected. Fit a suitable cover over disconnected fuel system component. |
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Use a suitable container to catch any fuel that might spill. Clean up any spilled fuel immediately. |
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(1) T-handle (2) Cover (3) Seal (4) Filter element | |
- Remove the old filter element (4). Hold the filter handle and pull the handle upward.
- Install the new filter element (4). Hold the filter handle and push the handle downward.
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Do not fill the fuel filters with fuel before installing them. The fuel would not be filtered and could be contaminated. Contaminated fuel will cause accelerated wear to fuel system parts. |
- Replace the seal (3) for the cover with the one that is supplied with the new filter element. Apply a coating of clean fuel to the seal prior to assembly.
- Replace the cover and tighten the T-handle.
- Open the fuel supply valve.
- Prime the fuel system. See this Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Fuel System - Prime" topic.
- Start the engine and run the engine. Inspect the fuel filter assembly for leaks.