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(5)
Thread extension pipe (3) onto fuel pickup tube (1).
(6)
Remove the auxiliary fuel hose (item 11, appendix D) from accessory box. Make sure that auxiliary fuel
hose fittings are clean.
(7)
Thread one end of the auxiliary fuel hose onto the fuel drum adapter fitting.
Thread other end of the
auxiliary fuel hose onto the generator-set (refer to figure 4-10). Tighten the connection.
(8)
Insert the fuel drum adapter into the external fuel source. Secure the fuel drum adapter by pressing down
on the lever (4).
(9)
Set control panel MASTER SWITCH to the PRIME & RUN AUX. FUEL position.
Figure 4-9. Fuel Drum Adapter.
b.
To disconnect auxiliary fuel source, perform the following steps.
(1)
Disconnect the auxiliary fuel hose from the generator-set external fuel supply connection, install cap
(attached to small chain) on fitting to keep out dust and dirt. Elevate the auxiliary fuel hose to drain fuel back into the
external fuel source. Place free end of the auxiliary fuel hose on a clean surface.
(2)
Disconnect the auxiliary fuel hose from the fuel drum adapter.
(3)
Store the auxiliary fuel hose in the accessory box.
(4)
Release and remove the fuel drum adapter from the external fuel source by lifting the fuel drum adapter
lever.
(5)
Store fuel drum adapter in storage box.
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