2. Remove oil filter. Apply a light coat of clean oil to the
new filter seal before screwing it on. DO NOT
OVER–TIGHTEN.
Figure 59
1. Engine oil filter
3. Add oil to crankcase, refer to Check Engine Oil.
Fuel System
Fuel Tank
Drain and clean fuel tank every 2 years. Also, drain and
clean tank if fuel system becomes contaminated or if
machine is to be stored for an extended period. Use clean
fuel to flush out the tank.
Fuel Lines and Connections
Check lines and connections every 400 hours or yearly,
whichever comes first. Inspect for deterioration, damage, or
loose connections.
Water Separator
Drain water or other contaminants from water separator
(Fig. 60) daily.
1. Place a clean container under fuel filter.
2. Loosen drain plug on bottom of filter canister. Tighten
plug after draining.
Replace filter canister after every 400 hours of operation.
1. Clean area where filter canister mounts.
2. Remove filter canister and clean mounting surface.
3. Lubricate gasket on filter canister with clean oil.
4. Install filter canister by hand until gasket contacts
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1. Water separator
Replacing Fuel Pre Filter
Replace the fuel pre filter, located on inside of frame rail
below water separator after every 400 operating hours or
yearly, whichever occurs first.
1. Remove screw securing filter to frame rail.
2. Clamp both fuel lines that connect to the fuel filter so
3. Loosen the hose clamps at both ends of the filter and
1. Fuel pre filter
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mounting surface, then rotate an additional 1/2 turn.
1
2
Figure 60
fuel cannot drain when lines are removed.
pull fuel lines off filter.
2
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Figure 61
2. Drain plug
2
2. Hose clamp