Westerbeke — Fuel Filter Element Replacement
Maintenance
From a Westerbeke operator's manual covering: 12.5, 7.5, 7.7KW. Check it applies to your exact model before use.
Applies to: Westerbeke 12.5
Parts for this job
Part numbers from the service-parts list for Westerbeke 12.5. Verify against your serial number before ordering; some links are affiliate links.
Procedure
- After first 50 hours, loosen retainer ring #16 and discard filter element #15.
- Clean bowl #17.
- Install new filter using new gaskets #13 and #14.
- For fuel lift pump, replace filter element #6 using new gaskets #7 and #8.
- After first 50-hour change, increase change period to 200 hours or once per season.
Full service-parts list: Westerbeke 12.5 →
Source: Westerbeke 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.