Replacing The Fuel Filter; Cleaning The Air Filter - SDMO Diesel 15000 TE XL C Manuel D'utilisation Et D'entretien

7.2. Renewing the engine oil
Observe the environmental protection regulations (see § Environmental protection) and drain the oil into an appropriate container.
Whilst the engine is still warm, place a suitable container underneath the oil drain plug (fig. A - mark 10), then remove the oil filler
cap (fig. A - mark 2) and the oil drainage plug.
When the sump is completely empty, screw back the oil drainage plug.
Fill-up with the recommended oil (see § Specifications), check the level (see § Checking the oil level).
Replace and screw down the oil filler cap.
After filling, check that there are no oil leaks.
Wipe away any traces of oil with a clean cloth.
7.3. Replacing the oil filter
Drain the engine oil (see § Changing the engine oil).
Remove the oil filter (fig. A - mark 11) and dispose of it.
Clean the oil filter support and coat oil filter seal with clean engine oil.
Re-install a new oil filter.
Screw-in the filter manually.
Refill with the specified amount of oil (see § Specifications).
Check the oil level (see § Checking the oil level) and ensure there are no leaks.

7.4. Replacing the fuel filter

Danger
Close the fuel cock (fig. A - mark 5 & fig. C - mark 1).
Remove the fuel filter (fig. A - mark 12 & fig. C - mark 12) and discard it.
Refit the new fuel filter.
Tighten the fuel filter manually.
Open the fuel cock and check the absence of leaks.

7.5. Cleaning the air filter

Never use petrol or solvents with low flash point for cleaning the air filter element (risk of fire or explosion).
Important
Unlock the fastener (fig. D - mark 1) and remove the air filter cover (fig. D - mark 2).
Remove the filter element (fig. D - mark 3) and clean it:
1) Tap the filter element gently several times on a hard surface in order to remove excess dirt from it.
OR: Blow compressed air through the filter, from the inside to the outside.
Never try to remove dirt using a brush.
2) Replace the filter element if it is excessively dirty.
Check carefully that the element is not torn or perforated. Replace it if it is damaged.
Carry out refitting following the reverse procedure for removal.
7.6. Starter battery maintenance
Danger
As the battery is maintenance-free, just check the condition and tightness of the connections and its general cleanliness.
Do not smoke, approach flames or cause sparks. Verify the absence of leaks, wipe any
trace of fuel and ensure that the vapours are dissipated before starting the generating set.
Never place the battery close to a flame or fire
Use only insulated tools
Never use sulphuric acid or acid water to top up the electrolyte level.