Fuel Supply bw212
Fuel Supply bw212
Fuel Supply bw212
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Work in the low pressure system
Service and repair work in the low pressure system,
including main fuel filter changes, are only permitted
under absolutely clean environmental conditions, be-
cause even smallest dirt particles entering into the
high pressure fuel system will cause considerable
damage. Air pollution, like dirt, dust, moisture etc.
must be strictly avoided. Before starting work in the
fuel system (including filter changes) the engine must
be thoroughly cleaned and dried (steam cleaning
equipment). Engine compartments in which dirt de-
posits may come loose, must be covered with new
and clean foil. When working in the open you may
need to apply protective measures against dust enter-
ing because of wind.
! Danger
For diesel fuel the ignition temperature, i.e. the
temperature at which fuel will ignite when coming
into contact with air, is approx. 220°C, but may de-
viate strongly because of impurities.
Fuel conducting components and lines therefore
are a source of danger inside the engine compart-
ment, because leaks may lead to fire resulting in
considerably damage to material and persons.
Check valve
Fig. 1