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Cummins/Onan — Bleeding System Air (Fuel)

Maintenance · Fuel system

From a Cummins/Onan operator's manual — check it applies to your exact model before use.

Applies to: Cummins/Onan MDGDA, Cummins/Onan MDGDB

Before you start

  • Diesel fuel is highly combustible; do not smoke near fuel tanks and fuel lines

Procedure

  1. Loosen the fuel line fitting at the filter head.
  2. Pump the priming lever on the fuel lift pump until fuel starts flowing from the fitting and is free of air.
  3. See the engine Operation Manual if it is necessary to bleed the fuel injection system.

Full service-parts list: Cummins/Onan MDGDA →, Cummins/Onan MDGDB →

Source: Cummins/Onan operator'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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