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Generac MFH500 — Removing Water From Fuel

Maintenance · Water sedimenter

For the Generac MFH500, from the Generac owner's manual.

Applies to: Generac MFH500, Isuzu 4JJ1TT4 engine

Before you start

  • Do not over-tighten the air bleeding plug.
  • Do not use an alcoholic water remover.

Procedure

  1. Loosen the air bleeding plug at the top of the water sedimenter, then loosen the drain plug at the bottom of the case.
  2. Drain the water into a suitable container and dispose of it.
  3. After draining, tighten the air bleeding plug and the drain plug.

Tools required

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Specs & values

  • Air bleeding plug torque: 69.9–103.6 in-lbs (7.9–11.7 Nm)

Full service-parts list: Generac MFH500 →, Isuzu 4JJ1TT4 engine →

Source: Generac 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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