In order to ensure maximum operational service life and reduced maintenance costs, always use original FG Wilson parts when servicing your FG Wilson generator set.
Generator sets are designed with auxiliary components that are specified to within precise tolerances; e.g., filter micron ratings.
A perfect example would be FG Wilson generators with the Perkins 1306 HEUI engine (P175HE to P250HE).
The primary fuel filer is rated at two microns – substantially smaller than a human hair and certainly smaller than the micron rating of most aftermarket fuel filters!
The reason for this small micron rating is that there is a piston inside each fuel injector that is used to control the engine’s extremely efficient injection process. These same pistons are lubricated by the system’s diesel fuel after passing through this two-micron filter.
Aftermarket filters with higher micron ratings would allow larger particulates through that could possibly, and most probably, cause damage to the injectors; hence, use original FG Wilson parts, because all filters are not created equal.
Many aftermarket filters may look similar and possibly be less expensive, but looks can be deceiving. A less expensive alternative may cost you more money in the long run.
Alex Cabrices
Service Advisor
FGW Latin America & Caribbean
Tel: 954-433-2212 ext 19
Fax: 954-433-4431
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