Draining fuel tank, Warning, Danger – MacDon M205 Operators Manual User Manual

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MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING

NOTE:
If replacing filter, refer to

Filter Part Numbers, page 286

.

1. Screw the new secondary filter (A) onto the filter mount

until the gasket contacts the filter head.

2. Tighten the filter an additional 1/2 to 3/4 turn by hand.

IMPORTANT:
Do NOT use a filter wrench to install the filter.
Overtightening can damage the gasket and filter.

Figure 5.94: Fuel System

3. Open fuel valve (A) under fuel tank.

4. Prime the fuel system, refer to

Priming Fuel System,

page 333

.

Figure 5.95: Bottom of Fuel Tank

Draining Fuel Tank

Draining the fuel tank is necessary to remove old or contaminated fuel.

WARNING

• To avoid personal injury or death from explosion or fire, do NOT smoke or allow flame or sparks near

fuel tank when refueling.

• NEVER refuel the windrower when the engine is hot or running.

DANGER

Stop engine and remove key from ignition before leaving operator's seat for any reason. A child or even a
pet could engage an idling machine.

1. Stop the engine and remove the key.

2. Open the hood, refer to

5.4.1 Opening Hood (Lower

Position), page 288

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