TM 10-4610-246-13
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MAINTENANCE OF FOOT VALVE - (Cont)
c.
Service.
(1)
Discard preformed packing.
(2)
Clean all components of foot valve with soap and water.
(3)
Inspect all components for damage.
d.
Repair.
Repair is accomplished by replacement of defective parts.
e.
Assembly.
(1)
Install preformed packing (5, Figure 3-2) into valve body (1).
(2)
Insert ball poppet (4) into valve body (1).
(3)
Slide screen (3) onto valve body (1).
Hand tighten connections. Overtightening could result in damage.
(4)
Screw valve body (1) onto valve adapter (2).
f.
Installation.
(1)
Install suction tubing (4) onto foot valve (5, Figure 3-1).
(2)
Install tube nut (6) on foot valve (5).
(3)
Position foot valve (5) in reservoir (3) 1 inch from bottom.
(4)
Install lid (2) on reservoir (3) and secure with velcro straps (1).
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