Overview – GASKET; PLUG,FUEL FILTER 8975435280
The Hitachi GASKET; PLUG,FUEL FILTER 8975435280 is a direct replacement used in Hitachi ZX-series excavators with Isuzu engines, with no modification required at installation.
Parts Characteristics
A fuel-filter plug gasket moulded from fuel-resistant nitrile/FKM. It seals the plug that closes the fuel filter housing and resists diesel swelling better than a generic O-ring.
Applicable Models & Applications
Sits in the fuel filter head of Hitachi ZX200, ZX240 and ZX330 excavators running Isuzu power. Always replace it when the filter is serviced to avoid air ingress.
Maintenance & Replacement
Fit a new gasket every single time the fuel filter is serviced – this is not a reusable seal. During the filter change, check the plug seat for scoring, lightly lube the new gasket, and torque the plug to specification.
A weeping plug after a filter service almost always means the old seal was reused or the plug was under-torqued. Left alone it draws air into the system, which leads to hard starting and a difficult-to-bleed air lock that can stop the engine at the worst moment.
To replace, drain the filter, remove the plug, and discard the old gasket. Clean the seat, fit the new fuel-resistant gasket the correct way up, lube it, and torque the plug to spec. Refill and prime the fuel system, then bleed all air before starting.
Never reuse the gasket, use only a fuel-resistant nitrile/FKM seal, and always torque the plug – a few dollars of correct seal prevents a job that has to be done twice.
Price Reference (USD)
Expect a market price around USD 2-12 for the GASKET; PLUG,FUEL FILTER 8975435280; we confirm the exact figure on your pro-forma invoice.
Value & Service
A few dollars of correct gasket prevents a hard-to-bleed air lock; we keep the Hitachi fuel-system seals in stock so the filter service is finished the first time.
When you need a dependable GASKET; PLUG,FUEL FILTER 8975435280 for your Hitachi Engine Parts, Racer Machinery keeps the right units in stock and ships worldwide so your machine is back to work without delay.
