Avant 755i 760i Service and maintenance
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12. Check water separator
Water in fuel can cause significant damage to the
injection system of the engine. Always use only clean
fuel that is stored in containers that are approved for
storing of diesel fuel. The water separator itself may
not be able to remove all water from contaminated
fuel.
Avant 755i 760i:
On Avant 755i 760i there is an electric sensor in the
water separator. A light in the dashboard will indicate
when the water separator must be drained from
water.
The main fuel filter assembly and water separator is
under the panel on left side of the engine.
If water sensor indicator light is lit, shut down the
loader following the safe stopping procedure and
allow the engine to cool completely. Drain the water
separator by turning a small plug on the bottom of it.
Collect the water and dispose as used oil. Close the
plug tightly.
13. Check engine air filter element
Check, and when necessary clean or replace the air
filter element. Replace filter after 400 hours of use or
annually.
prevents dust and d
irt from
entering the engine. In
dusty operating conditions
it may be necessary to
clean the air filter element
between its scheduled
replacement.
1. Squeeze the rubber vent on the filter housing
cover to drain water and dirt from the filter.
2. Wipe the outer surface of the air filter housing
clean before opening the filter.
3. Carefully remove the filter cartridge by pulling it
out.
4. To clean the filter, tap the closed end of the
filter gently against a flat, clean surface. Never
use compressed air to clean the filter!
5. Do not remove the inner element.
6. Clean the inner components of the filter
housing with a damp cloth
7. Clean the sealing edges of the air filter.
8. Reinstall the filter cartridge and sealing.
Ensure the proper tightness between the filter
and housing cover.
9. Replace worn or damaged air filter. If the air
filter must be cleaned frequently, it must also
be replaced more frequently than listed in the
normal maintenance schedule.
Never attempt to clean the air filter
element with compressed air
air
filter gets damaged easily,
allowing dust particles to enter the
engine and cause wear.
Avoid engine wear and damage -
Never operate the loader without a
correct air filter cartridge fitted and
correctly installed.
internal ai
r filter
element. It is intended
to prevent debris from
entering the engine
during the replacement
of the air filter element.
Replace the internal air filter element if you notice dirt
or damage on it, or if its colour has changed from its
original blue hue. Also, replace both air filter
elements if the main air filter has been damaged.