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tank with clean solvent. Extent of treatment in each tank
WARNING
will depend on ease with which Pans are cleaned.
Compressed air used for drying or cleaning
purposes must not exceed 30 psi (207 kPa).
(b) Vapor-degreaser Method. Tanks containing
wear protective clothing (goggles and
heated solution of trichlorethylene or perchlorethye ((type
gloves) and use caution to avoid injury to
II) are used for degreasing items that are v greasy or oily
personnel.
and are not readily cleaned by the d: tank method. Place
parts in a perforated metal bas and submerge below the
g.
Cleaning After Shop Inspection. After in-process
vapor in the tank. Keep the basket in this position until
shop inspections, dip parts in a tank containing finger-
all the grease, oil, or c melts and runs off the parts. If
necessary, material may be washed with degreasing
(with rubber gloves), and dry thoroughly with
spray unit.
compressed air or by wiping with clean, lint-free cloths
(c) Steam Method. Place parts in a perforated
possible after cleaning.
metal basket and steam treat until clean. This method is
less efficient than the vapor-degreaser method, and
h.
parts may require additional cleaning to remove final
lubrication instructions.
traces of grease, oil or dirt, particularly from recesses.
i.
Installation of Split Couplings. When installing
(2) If some time is to elapse before the start
couplings and gaskets, use the procedure described
repair or overhaul operations, apply a coat of light grade
prevent rusting other than water carrying surfaces.
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