Operation Manual

SERVICE PROCEDURES
FUEL FILTER / WATER SEPARATOR
The following procedure outlines the steps required for servicing the Racor Fuel Filter / Water
Separator installed on PT-3000 generators. Suggested fuel filter element change at 500 hour intervals
is standard for Racor filters. Operating in adverse conditions or poor quality fuel may require frequent
filter replacements. Follow all safety guidelines when handling fuel and properly discard
contaminated fuel and used element. Avoid injury, shutdown APU and turn OFF Main Switch located
on the APU Control Panel. Allow hot surfaces sufficient time to cool before handling.
1. Open drain valve at the bottom of the See-thru Bowl and drain fuel into a suitable container for
disposal. Open vent plug on filter head to facilitate draining if necessary.
2. Spin off filter element from filter mounting head, separate See-thru Bowl from element and
discard used element.
3. Clean out See-thru Bowl and close drain valve. Lubricate O-Ring and spin onto new filter
element, tighten firmly by hand.
4. Fill filter element and bowl with clean fuel. Lubricate element seal and spin onto filter
mounting head, tighten firmly by hand. Check vent plug and tighten.
5. Turn ON Main Switch located on the APU Control Panel and press the Start Button located on
the Drivers Control Panel.
6. With engine running visually check for fuel leaks. Correct if necessary with engine shutdown
and Main Switch in the OFF position.
NOTE: If it is not convenient to fill the filter bowl with fuel, it is recommended to purge the air
from the filter by following the procedure outlined in the section on “First Time Start-up”.
AIR FILTER ELEMENT
Suggested air filter element change at 500 hours is standard, however operating in adverse
conditions may require frequent filter replacements.
1. Un-screw end cap of air filter housing.
2. Remove used air filter element and discard.
3. Wipe clean the inside of the housing and cap.
4. Install new filter element and replace housing cap.
GENERATOR DRIVE BELT
INFORMATION
PT-3000 utilizes an exclusively engineered drive system between the engine and the generator
end. A combination of custom designed components produces a smooth and reliable drive connection.
The Poly V-Belt is specifically manufactured to Power Technology’s engineering standards and is
backed up with a Life Time Warranty. (See Warranty Page for Details)
Should the Drive Belt ever require service or replacement contact your nearest Dealer or Power
Technology’s Service Dept. at [phone].
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