4252563 Excavator Filter Element for EX2500

Part number 4252563 is the original fuel filter element (fuel filter) provided by Hitachi for large hydraulic excavators such as EX2500, and is also used as a hydraulic oil filter element on some models. According to publicly available accessory information, this component is clearly applicable to multiple models including Hitachi EX2500-5 (Cummins QSK45 engine), EX2500 (Cummins KTA50 engine), EX1200-5, EX1200-5C (Mitsubishi engine), EX5500-5 (dual Cummins QSK45 engine), EX700 (Cummins NTA855 engine), EX700BE (Cummins N425 engine), etc. Its universal number (substitute part number) includes Baldwin BT9382、Donaldson P550542、Fleetguard HF7553、Luberfiner LFH5939、Wako WP150S、Wix 557963、 57963, etc.

Replacement cycle: It is recommended to replace every 500-1000 working hours, and in environments with poor fuel quality and high humidity, it should be shortened to 300-500 hours. Daily inspection: Check the appearance of the filter element for leaks and whether the water level in the water cup is too high every week. Drainage operation: If equipped with a transparent water cup, press the drainage valve to release the accumulated water before starting each day. Replacement steps: 1 Close the fuel cut-off valve and disconnect the negative terminal of the battery; 2. Use a specialized tool to loosen the filter element and pay attention to collecting any spilled fuel; 3. Clean the sealing surface of the filter seat and apply a small amount of clean diesel on the sealing ring of the new filter element; 4. Manually tighten the filter element until the sealing ring contacts the filter seat, and then rotate it 3/4-1 turn; 5. Restore power, start the engine and check for leaks.