TM 5-3895-370-14&P
4-45. FUEL STRAINER REPLACEMENT.
This task covers:
a. Removal
b. Cleaning/Inspection
c. Installation
INITIAL SETUP
Tools
Equipment Condition
Tool kit, general mechanic's: automotive
TM or Para
Condition Description
Para 3-7
Fuel tank supply line shut
Suitable container (5 gal [19 l] capacity)
off.
Para 3-6
Front engine panel
Materials/Parts
removed.
Cloth, lint-free (item 12, Appendix E)
Solvent, drycleaning (item 50, Appendix E)
General Safety Instructions
Cap, plastic (item 8, Appendix E)
If engine has previously been in operation, allow
time for cooling before performing procedure.
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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