Section 4 • Repair ProceduresPart No. 122985 S-80 • S-85 • S-80X 4 - 61February 2012Fuel and Hydraulic Tanks9-1Fuel TankHow to Remove the Fuel TankExplosion and fire hazard. Enginefuels are combustible. Remove thefuel tank in an open, well-ventilated area away from heaters,sparks, flames and lightedtobacco. Always have anapproved fire extinguisher withineasy reach.Explosion and fire hazard. Whentransferring fuel, connect agrounding wire between themachine and pump or container.1 Turn the manual fuel shutoff valve to theclosed position (if equipped).2 Remove the fuel filler cap from the tank.3 Using an approved hand-operated pump, drainthe fuel tank into a suitable container. Refer tocapacity specifications.Explosion and fire hazard. Whentransferring fuel, connect agrounding wire between themachine and pump or container.Note: Be sure to only use a hand operated pumpsuitable for use with gasoline and diesel fuel.4 Tag, disconnect, drain and plug the supply andreturn fuel hoses. Cap the fittings on the fueltank.5 Remove the fuel tank retaining fasteners.6 Remove the fuel tank from the machine.Component damage hazard.The fuel tank is plastic and maybecome damaged if allowed to fall.Component damage hazard.When installing the plastic fueltank, do not overtighten theretaining fasteners.Note: Clean the fuel tank and inspect for damagebefore installing it onto the machine.
