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A primary filter should have a see-through bowl with a drain so that WATER can be rapidly detected and removed. A sample should be taken from the filter at regular intervals. A visual inspection with a flashlight may show the water in the bottom of the bowl. Water will be clear and the fuel will have a color. Drain if necessary. I do it with the engine running to allow any air bubbles to work through the engine without stalling. | A primary filter should have a see-through bowl with a drain so that WATER can be rapidly detected and removed. A sample should be taken from the filter at regular intervals. A visual inspection with a flashlight may show the water in the bottom of the bowl. Water will be clear and the fuel will have a color. Drain if necessary. I do it with the engine running to allow any air bubbles to work through the engine without stalling. | ||
Regular fuel filter changes must be at the top of any maintenance schedule. | Regular fuel filter changes must be at the top of any maintenance schedule. | ||
Revision as of 19:42, 27 January 2009
How to determine if you have water in your fuel
By Capt. Al, Kindred Spirit
A primary filter should have a see-through bowl with a drain so that WATER can be rapidly detected and removed. A sample should be taken from the filter at regular intervals. A visual inspection with a flashlight may show the water in the bottom of the bowl. Water will be clear and the fuel will have a color. Drain if necessary. I do it with the engine running to allow any air bubbles to work through the engine without stalling.
Regular fuel filter changes must be at the top of any maintenance schedule.
