Section 4 • Repair Procedures
REV A
June 2007
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GS-2668 RT • GS-3268 RT
Part No. 112657
Fuel and Hydraulic Tanks
10-1
Fuel Tank
How to Remove the Fuel Tank
Explosion and fire hazard. Engine
fuels are combustible. Remove the
fuel tank in an open, well-
ventilated area away from heaters,
sparks, flames and lighted
tobacco. Always have an
approved fire extinguisher within
easy reach.
Explosion and fire hazard. When
transferring fuel, connect a
grounding wire between the
machine and pump or container.
Explosion and fire hazard. Never
drain or store fuel in an open
container due to the possibility of
fire.
1 Remove the fuel filler cap from the tank.
2 Using an approved hand-operated pump, drain
the fuel tank into a suitable container. See
capacity specifications.
Note: Be sure to only use a hand operated pump
suitable for use with gasoline and/or diesel fuel.
3
Models with fuel shutoff valves:
Close the
fuel tank shutoff valves.
4 Tag, disconnect and plug the fuel supply and
return hoses from the fuel tank.
5 Clean up any fuel that may have spilled.
6 Remove the fuel tank mounting fasteners.
7 Remove the fuel tank from the machine.
Component damage hazard. The
fuel tank is plastic and may
become damaged if allowed to fall.
Component damage hazard.
During installation, do not
overtighten the fuel tank mounting
fasteners. Torque the fuel tank
mounting fasteners to
54 in-lbs / 6.1 Nm.
Note: Clean the fuel tank and inspect
for cracks or other damage before installing.
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