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Operating Instructions Wheel Loader TL120
Care and Maintenance7
7.8.4.5 Draining the fuel tank and cleaning the
screen
• Drain water from the fuel tank through the water-
drain plug (44/1).
• Clean the filling screen (44/2) and check for
damage; replace if required.
7.8.5 Air filter, air intake
7.8.5.1 Cleaning the dust ejection valve
The dust ejection valve (45/1) is largely maintenance-
free.
• Any baked-on dust can be removed by squeezing
the valve together.
7.8.5.2 Cleaning or replacing the air intake
• Check the air filter attachment and retaining straps
for damage.
• Check the tightness of the air intake between the
air filter and the engine.
• Examine rubber parts for damage and replace if
necessary.
Fig. 44 Draining the fuel tank and cleaning the screen
Machine damage
due to dust being drawn into the engine.
• All maintenance work on the air intake
system must be carried out with the engine
off.
• Do not start the engine while the filter
cartridge is removed.
Fig. 45 Cleaning the dust ejection valve
Attention
• Replace damaged parts immediately!