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Doosan GE12TIC — Venting natural gas pressure downstream of shutoff valve

Operation · Natural gas fuel system

For the Doosan GE12TIC, from the Doosan service manual.

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Before you start

  • Do not smoke; vent in well ventilated area away from open flames and sparks

Procedure

  1. Shut off manual valves on natural gas supply lines and main shutoff valve.
  2. Start engine and run until it stalls due to fuel starvation.
  3. Check gauge pressure at point to be vented is zero; repeat steps if not.
  4. Disconnect engine batteries using switch or ground cable.
  5. Slightly loosen the NG fuel line fitting in a well ventilated area to vent.
  6. Completely open fitting and allow to vent in a well ventilated area.

Source: Doosan service 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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