TM 5-3895-370-14&P
4-44. FUEL FILTER AND WATER SEPARATOR REPLACEMENT.
This task covers:
a. Removal
b. Installation
INITIAL SETUP
Tools
Equipment Condition
Tool kit, general mechanics: automotive
TM or Para
Condition Description
Para 3-6
Front engine panel
Suitable container (5 gal [19 l] capacity)
removed and fuel/water
separator drained.
Materials/Parts
Oil, fuel, diesel (item 29, Appendix E)
General Safety Instructions
Oil, lubricating (item 31, Appendix E)
If engine has previously been in operation, allow
Filter, fuel
time for cooling before performing procedure.
Filter/separator, fuel
a.
Removal
WARNING
Fuel is very flammable and can explode easily. To avoid serious injury or death:
·
Keep fuel away from open flame or any spark (ignition source).
·
Keep at least a B-C fire extinguisher within easy reach when working with fuel
or on a fuel system.
·
Do not work on fuel system when engine is hot; fuel can be ignited by a hot
engine.
·
Post signs that read "NO SMOKING WITHIN 50 FEET' when working with open
fuel, fuel lines or fuel tanks.
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