Fuel System Maintenance
Checking the Fuel Lines
Check the fuel lines and connections for any signs of deterioration, damages, leaks, or loose
connections. Tighten any loose connections and contact your Authorized Service Dealer for
assistance in fixing damaged fuel lines.
Changing the Fuel Filter
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1. Clean the filter head and the outside of the fuel
filter.
2. Turn the filter counterclockwise and remove
the filter from the filter head.
3. Lubricate the gasket on the new filter canister
with clean oil.
4. Install the filter canister by hand until the
gasket contacts the filter head, then rotate it an
additional 1/2 turn.
5. Start the machine and check for leaks.
Draining the Fuel/Water Separator
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1. Place a container under the fuel filter.
2. Loosen the filter canister drain valve.
3. After the water has drained, tighten the drain
valve.
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