Parker Racor 120R-RAC-01 User manual

Contact Information
Parker Hannifin Corporation
Racor Division
P.O. Box 3208
3400 Finch Road
Modesto, CA 95353
phone [phone]
209 521 7860
fax [phone]
[e-mail]
parker.com/racor
120R-RAC series filter assemblies
were designed specifically for
marine gasoline applications.
These high-performance filters
will help your engine run better
than ever with clean, water-free
fuel. The legendary Aquabloc®
media removes 99% of free water
and sediment down to 10 micron
(nominal). With four port mounting
versatility and simple servicing
procedures, there has never been
a better choice for your marine
application than a Racor fuel filter/
water separator.
Model number 120R-RAC-02
is marine UL Listed and USCG
approved.
Instruction Part Number 10223 Rev C
Marine Gasoline Series
120R-RAC-01 and 120R-RAC-02
Fuel Filter/Water Separators
120R-RAC-01
Specifications 120R-RAC-01 120R-RAC-02
Application:
Inboard
Outboard
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
Maximum Flow Rate 30 GPH (114 LPH) 30 GPH (114 LPH)
Replacement Filter S3240 S3240TUL
Center Threads M18 x 1.5 M18 x 1.5
Port Size 1/4”-18 NPTF 1/4”-18 NPTF
Number of Ports:
Inlets
Outlets
2
2
2
2
Height 6.5 in. (16.5 cm) 6.0 in. (15.2 cm)
Width 3.2 in. (8.1 cm) 3.2 in. (8.1 cm)
Depth 3.2 in. (8.1 cm) 3.2 in. (8.1 cm)
Weight (dry) 1.1 lb (0.5 kg) 1.2 lb (0.6 kg)
Clean Pressure Drop 0.15 PSI (0.01 bar) 0.15 PSI (0.01 bar)
Maximum Allowable Pressure 7 PSI (0.5 bar) 7 PSI (0.5 bar)
Underbowl Clearance 2.0 in. (5.1 cm) 2.0 in. (5.1 cm)
Water Removal Efficiency 99% 99%
Ambient Temperature Range -40°to +255°F (-40°to +124°C)
Maximum Fuel Temperature 190°F (88°C)
120R-RAC-02

Always follow your engine
manufacturer’s guidelines for
priming the fuel system. To prime
the filter:
1. Spin bowl and filter off of
mounting head (together).
2. Fill filter with clean fuel.
3. Apply a coat of motor oil or
clean fuel to filter gasket.
4. Spin bowl and filter (together)
onto mounting head tighten by
hand—do not use tools.
5. Start engine and check for
leaks. Correct as necessary with
engine off.
Draining The Bowl
Water is heavier than fuel and
will settle to bottom of bowl and
appear different in color. In high
humidity environments, check
bowl frequently (daily if a poor fuel
source is suspected).
1. Make sure engine is off and
cool to touch.
2. Close shut-off valve between
fuel tank and filter, if applicable.
3. Open vent plug on mounting
head.
4. Slowly open drain on bottom
of collection bowl and allow
only water to drain out—do not
leave drain open for very long
as it will eventually drain the
entire filter of all water and fuel.
5. When fuel is detected coming
out of drain, close drain quickly
and tighten snugly.
6. Close vent plug and tighten
snugly.
7. Open Shut-off valve if
applicable.
8. Follow Priming instructions.
Danger! Great care must be
exercised to avoid potential fire
hazards during installations. Do
not smoke or permit open flames
or sparks near the fuel system.
Refer to Installation Diagram
on page 4 prior to beginning
installation.
• Any secondary or pressure side
filters located between pump
and engine should be serviced
and left in place.
• Mount unit vertically on suction
side of fuel pump, transfer
pump, or non-removable filters,
whichever comes first.
• Maintain 2” (5.1 cm) vertical
clearance below lter for servicing
bowl and replacing lter.
• Ensure a suitable pipe thread
sealing compound is used on
NPT threads of tting prior
to installation into head. For
mounting exibility, there are
two inlet ports and two outlet
port. Plated steel ttings are
recommended. Plug unused ports
with provided steel NPT plugs—do
not use tapes on NPT threads.
• Use quality fuel hose in
maximum fuel line size
applicable to reduce potential
fuel flow restrictions. Note:
USCG accepted hose
recommended.
• Thread fittings into appropriate
fuel ports and tighten snugly.
Plug unused ports (if any) with
port plugs and tighten snugly.
• Attach fuel lines to filter. Avoid
tight bends, rubbing areas and
heat sources when routing hose.
• Follow Priming Instructions.
Installation Guidelines
Service
Filter Replacement
Filter replacement frequency is
determined by contamination
level in fuels. Fuel flow to engine
becomes restricted as filter
gradually plugs with contaminants,
resulting in noticeable power
loss and/or hard starting. As a
guideline, change filter every 500
hours, every other oil change,
annually, or at first indication of
power loss, whichever occurs first.
Always carry extra replacement
filters as one tankful of excessively
dirty fuel can quickly plug a filter.
1. Clean all debris or dirt away
from head of filter assembly
prior to servicing.
2. Place a container of sufficient
volume below filter assembly
to collect contaminants.
3. Close tank outlet valve if tank
is mounted higher than filter, if
equipped.
4. Open drain (remove plug on
-02 model) to empty filter
assembly of fuel.
5. Spin filter and bowl off
together, then remove bowl
from filter.
6. Dispose of filter properly.
7. Clean bowl O-ring gland and
sealing surface of mounting
head free of dirt, debris, or
gums.
8. Apply motor oil to new filter
seal and bowl O-ring (supplied
with new filter).
9. Place filter seal onto filter and
O-ring into bowl gland.
10. Spin bowl onto new filter
snugly by hand—do not use
tools.
11. Priming fuel system following
your manufacturer’s
procedures, if necessary;
otherwise, see Priming
section.
Priming

OUT
IN
OUT
IN
TOP VIEW
3/8˝ (1.0 cm)
diameter clearance
for fasteners
6.5 in.
(16.5 cm)
1.4 in.
(3.6 cm)
BACK VIEW
Replacement Parts
Part Number Description
1. RK 10214-01 Head Kit
2. 10224 3/8˝-24 UNF Vent Plug
3. RK 10503 Gasket Kit
4. S3240 120R-RAC-01:
10 micron Replacement Filter
(includes #’s 3 and 5)
S3240UL 120R-RAC-02:
10 micron Replacement Filter
(includes #’s 3 and 5)
5. RK 10012 Bowl O-ring Kit
6. RK 10222 Clear Bowl Kit (-01 model)
(includes #’s 5 and 7)
7. RK 30476 Self-venting Drain Kit
8. RK10553 Metal Bowl Kit (-02 model)
(includes #’s 5, 9, and 10)
9. RK 20022 Probe Plug Kit (1/2˝-20 UNF)
10. 01SP-2S Drain Plug Kit (1/8˝ NPTF)
1
2
3
4
5
6
9
7
8
9

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product claimed to be defective must be returned to
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Fuel tanks above filter
head pressure should not
exceed maximum PSI of filter.
Fuel Tank
(Pressure Side Installation)
Install a shut-off valve when fuel
tank is higher than filter
Fuel tank below filter
lift should not exceed 4 inHg.
Fuel Tank
(Ideal Vacuum
Side Installation)
Fuel Tank
(Vacuum Side Installation)
Install a check valve
(with light or no restriction) when
tank is lower than filter to main
prime.
Optional fuel transfer pump not to exceed
maximum PSI or flow rate of filter.
Not ideal - pumps emulsify water hindering
filter performance.
Fuel transfer pump
(IDEAL vacuum side installation)
Engine
Maintain a service clearance below filter
assembly of at least 2 in. (5.1 cm)
Valve 1 Valve 2
Valve 3
Optional Bypass Installation and Operation
(allows user to service filter without shutting down engine.)
Valves 1 2 3
Unit On-line Open Open Closed
Unit Off-line Closed Closed Open
Installation Diagram