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PAGE 34 — MQ62TK SERIES TRASH PUMP • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (01/30/18)
ENGINE MAINTENANCE
FUEL FILTER/WATER SEPARATOR
The MQ62TK series pump incorporates a Racor
®
model 110A fuel filter/water separator (Figure 17), which
utilizes a 2-micron filter element. Filter replacement
frequency is determined by the contamination levels in
the fuel used.
Figure 17. Fuel Filter/Water Separator
Fuel flow to the engine becomes restricted as the
filter gradually clogs up with contaminants, resulting in
noticeable power loss and/or difficulty starting. Adhere to
the following servicing guidelines:
1. Inspect the fuel filter/water separator every 40 hours
of operation.
2. Open the drain plug (Figure 17) to remove sediment
and/or water that may have accumulated in the housing
reservoir.
MOUNTING HEAD
SQUARE-CUT
GASKET
REPLACEMENT
FILTER
METAL BODY
HOUSING
BOTTOM
O-RING
DRAIN PLUG
VENT PLUG
3. After inspection, make sure the drain plug is securely
refastened.
4. As a guideline, change the filter every 500 hours, every
other engine oil change, or at the first indication of power
loss or difficulty starting the engine. Filter replacement
frequency is determined by the contamination levels
in the fuel and may vary depending on the integrity of
the fuel used.
V-BELT
Visually examine the V-belt (Figure 18) and determine if it
is full of tiny cracks, frayed, has pieces of rubber missing,
is peeling, or is otherwise damaged.
Also, examine the belt and determine if it is oil soaked or
glazed (hard shiny appearance on the sides of the belt).
Either of these conditions can cause the belt to run hot,
which can weaken it and increase the danger of it breaking.
If the V-belt exhibits any of the above wear conditions,
replace the V-belt immediately.
Figure 18. V-Belt Inspection
GLAZED
OIL SOAKED
BROKEN
CORD FAILURE
CRACKS
MISSING RUBBER
SIDEW ALL
WEAR
WORN BACK
COVER