Connect Procedure

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Fig 1: Oiling Male Pipe Ends

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WARNING:

In order to reduce the risk of fire and personal injury, before connecting fuel pipe fittings, always apply a few drops of clean engine oil to the male pipe ends.

This will ensure proper reconnection and prevent a possible fuel leak.

During normal operation, the O-rings located in the female connector will swell and may prevent proper reconnection if not lubricated.

Apply a few drops of clean engine oil to the male connection end.

Fig 2: Pushing Fittings Together

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Push both sides of the fitting together in order to engage the retaining tabs.

Fig 3: Ensuring Connection Is Secure

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Once installed, pull on both sides of the connection in order to ensure the connection is secure.

Fig 4: Fuel Feed Line To Engine Quick-Connect Fitting Retainer

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Install the fuel line retainer.