TM 9-4520-260-13
4-15.
FUEL STRAINER
This task covers:
a. Service
b. Removal
c.
Cleaning
d. Installation
e. Testing
INITIAL SETUP
General Safety Instructions
Tools
Tool Kit, Service Refrigeration Unit
(Item 1, Appendix B, Section III)
Material/Parts
Gasket
The ignition system of this heater contains dangerous
(Item 6, Appendix H)
voltages which can cause severe electrical shock. Be
Dry cleaning solvent
sure to disconnect power before any maintenance actions.
(Item 6, Appendix E)
Sealing compound
(Item 10, Appendix E)
Rags
(Item 9, Appendix E)
Equipment Condition
Clean parts in a well-ventilated area. Avoid inhalation of
solvent fumes and prolonged exposure of skin to cleaning
Power disconnected and fuel supply turned off.
solvent. Wash exposed skin thoroughly. Dry cleaning
Top and side covers removed (para 4-10).
solvent is potentially dangerous to personnel. Do not use
near open flame or excessive heat. Flash point is 140
F
(60 ).
C
SERVICE (Figure 4-9)
1.
While holding the fuel bowl (3) in place, loosen nut (l) until bowl holder (2) can be swung aside.
2.
Remove fuel bowl (3). Safely (dispose of any fuel remaining in bowl.
3.
Remove gasket (4) and screen (5).
4.
Clean bowl (3) and screen (5) with dry cleaning solvent (Item 6, Appendix E) and allow to dry thoroughly.
5.
Install screen (5), a new gasket (4), and bowl (3). Swing bowl holder (2) and nut (1) in place under bowl.
6.
Engage nut (1) in the bowl notch and tighten hand tight.
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