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Float Level

NOTE: This is an "Off-Car" adjustment.

Measure from top of float bowl gasket surface with gasket removed to top of float at toe end with gauging point 1/16" back from toe radius. Make certain retaining pin is held firmly in place and tang of float is seated in float needle. Distance from float tow to gasket surface of bowl should be as specified (see Specifications ). Adjust by bending float up or down as necessary (see Fig 1).

Fig 1: Float Level Adjustment
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