Fuel System (cont’d)
Bleeding the Fuel System:
If the loader has been run dry of fuel, or the fuel filter
has been changed, it may be necessary to bleed the air
from the fuel lines.
1 Replenish the fuel reservoir (tank) with a minimum
of 10 gallons (45 £) of fuel.
2 Make sure the fuel line shut off petcock is fully
open. (fig. C3615)
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C3615
C3617
C3617
C3616
Engine air bleed petcock
Engine air bleed petcock location
Fuel line shut off petcock
Fuel filter bleeder bolt
4 Loosen the air bleed petcock located to the left of
the fuel injection pump. (fig. C3617)
5 Turn the engine over with the starter until the
engine starts to smoke. Do not engage the starter for
more than 15 second intervals. Allow the starter to cool
between starting attempts for 1 (one) minute.
6 Pre- heat and start engine. Allow to operate at idle
speed for 5 minutes. Shut off the engine.
7 Close the air bleed petcock.
3 Loosen the fuel filter bleeder bolt and allow the
fuel to siphon through the fuel line and filter. (fig.
C3616) Tighten the fuel filter bleeder bolt.
ENGINE MAINTENANCE 7.1
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