Owner`s manual

CHASSIS INFORMATION — 10
210
2008 LAPALMA XL
Troubleshooting:
A. Electronic Output: The sender has
a transistorized output to prevent
an ohmmeter from getting a correct
reading of output resistance.
B. Fuel Only: The sender will not work
correctly in conducting uids such as
water (it will read empty all the time
in water). One possibility is that when
there is a constant empty reading is that
there may be water in the bottom of the
fuel tank.
C. Contact Centroid: Probably 90% of
the return Centroid tests work okay
on the bench. If you have incorrect
readings, contact Centroid (telephone:
800-423-3574, or preferably, fax: 386-
423-3709) with the symptoms. A short,
“ll in the blanks” troubleshooting
test is provided to test the sender. It is
easier to nd the problem that way than
after the sender has been removed from
the system, since the problem is not
necessarily with the sender.
Fuel Lines & Hoses
Make a visual check for fuel leaks at all
engine-mounted fuel lines, connections and at
the fuel tank pick-up and return lines. Leaks in
this area may best be detected by checking for
accumulation of fuel under the tank. Engine
performance and auxiliary equipment is
dependent upon the ability of exible hoses to
transfer lubricating oil, air, coolant and fuel.
Maintenance of hoses is an important step in
ensuring efcient, economical and safe operation
of the engine and related equipment.
INSPECTION:
Check hoses for leaks daily as part of the
pre-start inspection. Check all fittings,
clamps and ties. Ensure the hoses are
not touching shafts, couplings or heated
surfaces, including exhaust manifolds,
sharp edges or other obvious hazardous
areas. Vibration from the engine and
road can move or fatigue clamps
and ties. To ensure continued proper
support, inspect fasteners frequently and
tighten or replace them as necessary.
Water in Fuel:
The primary fuel lter has a drain and a clear
sediment bowl (located at the bottom of the
lter). The primary fuel lter should be drained
daily. Drain primary lter bowl using the valve
on the bottom of the sediment bowl.
If water in fuel is found in the primary lter,
DO NOT continue engine operation. Fuel
contaminated with water can cause engine
misre and damage fuel injectors. The water
MUST BE drained.
The appearance of water in the sediment bowl
is easily identied by the inability of water to
mix with the fuel. Water is heavier than fuel
and will collect in the sediment bowl. Water can
accumulate in the fuel from condensation in the
fuel tank or contamination upon refueling.
NOTE:
Always carry an extra filter as one tank
full of excessively contaminated diesel
fuel can plug a filter.
Reusable Collection Bowl:
A see-through collection
bowl is used that won’t
discolor from alcohol,
additives, or UV light and
has a leak-proof, positive
seal drain for easy service.
Water and contaminant levels
are visible at a glance.
To Change the lter:
Shut off the engine.
Wear safety goggles
Drain the clear lter bowl. Spin the
primary lter counterclockwise to
remove it from head. Drain fuel from the
lter into a container.
Remove the clear plastic bowl from the
primary lter.
Apply motor oil or clean fuel to new O-
rings. Install the clear plastic bowl on the
new lter.
Fill the lter with fuel. Lube O-ring and
outer gasket on the new lter with motor
oil or clean fuel.
Install the lter onto the housing. Tighten
an additional three-quarter to one full
turn after the seat contacts the base.
NOTE:
Over tightening may result in damage to
the unit.
NOTE:
Water and sediment from the filter can
contain petroleum products. Consult
the local environmental agency for
recommended disposal guidelines.
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