Caterpillar 3044C — Fuel Tank Water and Sediment - Drain

Maintenance

For the Caterpillar 3044C, from the Caterpillar owner's manual.

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Procedure

1. Open drain valve on bottom of fuel tank to drain water and sediment. Close valve.
2. Check fuel daily. Drain after operating engine or after filling, allow 5 to 10 minutes.
3. Fill fuel tank after operating engine to drive out moist air. Do not fill to top.
4. For storage tanks, drain water/sediment weekly, at oil change, and at refill.

Source: Caterpillar owner's manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.

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