Fischer Panda Panda 4200 / Panda 4500 — Replacement of fuel filter
Maintenance
For the Fischer Panda Panda 4200 / Panda 4500, from the Fischer Panda owner's manual.
Applies to: Fischer Panda Panda 4500, Fischer Panda Panda_4000s, Farymann 18W430 engine
Before you start
- Clamp inlet line before exchanging filter.
Parts for this job
- 21.03.04.046S Fuel filter — Fischer Panda Panda 4500 buy
- P01-005 Fuel filter — Fischer Panda Panda_4000s Amazon eBay
Part numbers from the service-parts lists for Fischer Panda Panda 4500, Fischer Panda Panda_4000s. Verify against your serial number before ordering; some links are affiliate links.
Procedure
- Clamp inlet line before exchanging filter.
- Remove hoses from used filter and fasten to new filter.
- Observe arrow on filter housing for fuel flow direction.
- Replace filter after 300 operating hours at the latest, depending on contamination.
- With sight glass: unscrew housing and element left-hand; screw new element in; lubricate sight glass o-ring with Antiseize; refit right-hand.
Tools required
Tool links are Amazon searches (affiliate links); manufacturer special tools may only be available from a dealer.
Specs & values
- Replace every 300 operating hours at the latest
Full service-parts list: Fischer Panda Panda 4500 →, Fischer Panda Panda_4000s →
Source: Fischer Panda 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.