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Installation Procedure

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.
    Fig 1: Lubricating Male Pipe End
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  1. Apply a few drops of clean oil to the male connection end.
  2. Fig 2: Connecting Quick-Connect Fittings
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  3. Push both sides of the quick-connect fitting together in order to cause the retaining tabs to snap into place.
  4. Fig 3: View Of Quick-Connect Fitting
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  5. Once installed, pull on both sides of the quick connect fittings in order to ensure that the connection is secure.