What happens if you dont drain water separator?

What happens if you dont drain water separator?

Water buildup in the water separator that isn’t drained will cause corrosion to the housing. This corrosion will spread to different parts of your fuel system including the engine. A simple fix is to drain this water when the “Water in Fuel” light illuminates and periodically install a new secondary fuel filter.

What happens when a fuel water separator is full of water?

With a full water separator, the issue of having all that air in it goes away. We are now talking about having a small amount of air which will work its way through the system; without air locking the fuel pumps. Remember we are talking about water separators and boat fuel filters. Not the engine fuel filters.

How often should I change my fuel water separator?

Replace your fuel-water separator filter after every 50 hours of use. Don’t reuse the filter once you’ve emptied it.

Can you reuse fuel water separator filter?

Can you reuse a fuel water separator? Replace your fuel-water separator filter after every 50 hours of use. Don’t reuse the filter once you’ve emptied it. If you suspect water has entered the fuel tank, siphon off some fuel from the bottom of the tank and check it for water.

How do you clean a water separator?

Oil Water Separator Maintenance

1. Turn off the influent water to the unit.
2. Open the unit cover.
3. Remove any oil and dispose of it in a way that complies with company and legal procedures.
4. Drain the water from the separator.
5. Measure the depth of the leftover solids and write it down.
6. If necessary, dispose of the solids.

Where do you put a fuel water separator?

Install the head unit vertically, above bilge water, between the tank and engine (or primer bulb if on an outboard). The hoses should reach the engine and tank without kinking or making sharp turns.

Do you need a fuel water separator?

Water can get in through the cap, a defective vent, or sometimes there’s water in the fuel when you get it from the gas station. The best way to make sure you protect your boat engine is to have a separator installed on the fuel line to make extra sure you’re not feeding your engine contaminated fuel.

How does a fuel and water separator work?

The fuel rises through the treated media surface of the separator unit, which works by separating water from the fuel through its repellent surface. The water particles form large droplets then end up falling back into the water trap.

What is the best fuel water separator for boat?

Best Water Fuel Separators on the Market

• Sierra 18-7982-1 Fuel Water Separator Kit.
• Moeller 033320-10 10 Micron Water Separating Filter Kit.
• Moeller Clear Site Water Separating Fuel Filter System for Outboard Motors.
• Yamaha Outboard MAR-FUELF-IL-TR 10-Micron Fuel Water Separating Filter.