COVER 2474281 - Caterpillar

The Secondary Fuel Filter Has Been Replaced
Fuel leaked or spilled onto hot surfaces or electrical components can cause a fire. To help prevent possible injury, turn the start switch off when changing fuel filters or water separator elements. Clean up fuel spills immediately.
Use a suitable container to catch any fuel that might spill. Clean up any spilled fuel immediately.
Do not allow dirt to enter the fuel system. Thoroughly clean the area around a fuel system component that will be disconnected. Fit a suitable cover over disconnected fuel system component.
Note: Refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Fuel System Secondary Filter - Replace" for information on replacing the filter.
Turn the keyswitch to the "OFF" position.
Turn the switch for the fuel priming pump to ON. This switch is located on the primary fuel filter base. Allow the fuel priming pump to run for approximately 30 seconds in order to prime the fuel system. Note: There may be a noticeable change in the sound of the running engine when the fuel system is primed. The change in the sound of the engine is normal.
Do not crank the engine continuously for more than 30 seconds. Allow the starting motor to cool for two minutes before cranking the engine again.
Start the engine. The engine should start and the engine should run smoothly. If the engine does not start after 30 seconds, allow the starter motor to cool for 2 minutes before attempting to start the engine again.
Clean any residual fuel from the engine components.