3-14 4252490-Rev A
ENGINE
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Fuel Filter (Diesel)
Removal and Installation
See Figure 3-23.
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CAUTION
1. Park the mower safely. (See “Park Mower Safely” on
page 1-6.)
2. Raise the hydraulic oil/fuel tank. (See “Raise
Hydraulic Oil/Fuel Tank” on page 9-4.)
3. Allow the engine to cool completely.
Figure 3-23
4. Turn the fuel shutoff lever (1) to the horizontal (off)
position.
5. Thoroughly clean cup (4) and area surrounding the
fuel filter.
6. Remove retaining nut (3) by turning
counterclockwise.
7. Remove cup (4) and filter element (5). Drain excess
fuel into an appropriate container.
8. Remove O-rings (6 and 7).
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CAUTION
Installation Notes
• Clean the inside and outside of filter head (2).
• Lightly lubricate O-rings (6 and 7) with clean oil.
• Install fuel filter by reversing the order of removal.
• Tighten cup retaining nut (3) hand tight.
• Open fuel shutoff valve (1).
• Purge air from the fuel system after installing the new
filter. (See “Purging the Fuel System (Diesel)” on
page 3-6.) See the engine manufacturer’s manual for
further instructions.
Diesel fuel is highly flammable—handle with care.
Use an approved container with a spout that will
fit inside the fuel filler neck. Avoid using
unapproved containers to transport fuel. Keep all
fuel containers clean and closed when not in use.
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Dispose of fuel properly. Contact the local
environmental department for instructions on
disposing of unwanted fuel products.
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