MacDon M1170 - Installing Primary Fuel Filter; Removing Secondary Fuel Filter

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Installing Primary Fuel Filter
IMPORTANT:
Do NOT prefill filter with fuel. Prefilling can contaminate the fuel system.
NOTE:
If replacing filter, refer to 5.1.4 Filter Part Numbers, page 251.
1012654
A
B
Figure 5.105: Fuel System
1. Apply some diesel fuel to the filter gasket, and screw the
new filter (A) onto the filter mount until the gasket contacts
the filter head.
2. Reconnect water in fuel (WIF) sensor (B).
3. Tighten the filter an additional 1/2 to 3/4 turn by hand.
IMPORTANT:
Do NOT use a filter wrench to install the filter.
Overtightening can damage the gasket and filter.
Removing Secondary Fuel Filter
WARNING
To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected startup of the machine, always stop the engine and remove the key
from the ignition before leaving the operator’s seat for any reason.
1. Stop the engine and remove the key.
2. Open the hood. Refer to 5.3.1 Opening Hood, page 256.
1012645
A
B
Figure 5.106: Fuel System
3. Clean around the secondary filter head (A).
4. Place a container under the filter to catch spilled fluid.
5. Remove filter (B) with a filter wrench.
6. Clean gasket mating surface.
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING