MacDon M1170NT5 - Installing Primary Fuel Filter; Removing Secondary Fuel Filter; Installing Secondary Fuel Filter

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Installing Primary Fuel Filter
IMPORTANT:
Do NOT pre-fill the filter with fuel. Pre-filling can contaminate the fuel system.
NOTE:
If replacing the filter, refer to 5.1.5 Filter Part Numbers, page 234.
1012654
A
B
Figure 5.103: Fuel System
1. Apply some diesel fuel to the filter gasket, and screw 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
DANGER
To prevent bodily injury or death from the 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. Shut down the engine, and remove the key from the ignition.
2. Open the hood. For instructions, refer to 5.3.1 Opening Hood, page 239.
1012645
A
B
Figure 5.104: Fuel System
3. Clean around 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 the gasket mating surface.
Installing Secondary Fuel Filter
IMPORTANT:
Do NOT pre-fill the filter with fuel. Pre-filling can contaminate the fuel system.
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