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Cummins/Onan — Draining Water/Sediment From Fuel Filter

Maintenance

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

Applies to: Cummins/Onan MDKUB, Cummins/Onan MDKWB, Kubota Z482B engine, Kubota D722B engine

Procedure

  1. Open drain valve and bleed plug on fuel filter assembly.
  2. Collect fuel in suitable container and dispose properly.
  3. Tighten drain valve.
  4. Bleed air from filter housing by performing Steps 8 through 10 in Replacing Filter Element.

Tools required

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Specs & values

  • Drain about 1/4 cup of fuel

Full service-parts list: Cummins/Onan MDKUB →, Cummins/Onan MDKWB →, Kubota Z482B engine →

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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