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Fuel System
Fuel Lines and Connections
Check lines and connections every 400 hours or yearly,
whichever comes first. Inspect for deterioration, damage, or
loose connections.
Fuel Filter/Water Separator
Drain water or other contaminants from fuel filter/water
separator daily by loosening drain plug (Fig. 54) on filter
canister. Tighten plug after draining. Replace filter canister
after every 400 hours of operation.
1. Clean area around filter canister mounting surface.
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Figure 54
1. Drain plug 2. Filter canister
2. Remove filter canister and clean mounting surface.
3. Lubricate gasket on filter canister with clean engine oil.
4. Install filter canister by hand until gasket contacts
mounting surface, then rotate an additional 1/2 turn.
Bleeding Air From Injectors
Note: This procedure should be used only if fuel system
has been purged of air through normal priming procedures
and engine still will not start; refer to Bleeding Fuel
System.
1. Loosen the pipe connection to the No. 1 nozzle and
holder assembly (Fig. 55).
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Figure 55
1. Fuel injectors (3)
2. Slowly move throttle to full FAST position.
3. Turn key in key switch to START position and watch
fuel flow around connector. Turn key to OFF position
when solid flow is observed.
4. Tighten pipe connector securely.
5. Repeat steps 1-4 on No. 2 and 3 nozzles.
Adjusting the Traction Drive for
Neutral
If the machine moves when the traction pedal is in the
neutral position, the traction cam must be adjusted.
1. Park the machine on a level surface and turn the engine
off.
2. Raise one front wheel off of the floor and place support
blocks under the frame.
If the machine is not supported adequately, it may
accidentally fall, injuring anyone under the
machine.
Warning
3. Loosen the locknut on the traction adjustment cam
(Fig. 56).