Maintenance
2.21
Fuel System -- Continued
Fuel / Water Separator -- Continued
2. T urn off fuel valve and remove battery ground cable.
3. Wrap a shop towel around top of bowl.
4. Remove bowl slowly by turning counterclockwise.
Take care not to spill fuel while removing. Wipe up
spills immediately with a shop cloth. Dispose of fuel
properly and follow all gasoline handling precautions
found on page 2.20.
5. Clean and inspect all parts. Replace O-rings if worn,
damaged or deteriorated. Install O-ring on bowl.
6. Reinstall separator bowl taking care that the O-Ring is
not damaged and in the proper place.
7. Hand tighten securely. Turn fuel valve on, start engine
momentarily and check carefully for fuel leaks around
bowl.
CAUTION:
Never operate the engine for more than 15 seconds with-
out cooling water. Severe engine damage may occur from
overheating.