TM 10-4610-240-10
TM 08580C-10/1
T.O. 40W4-13-21
(2) Refer now to figure 3-3. From the front of the ROWPU, insert element puller (1) into R. O. vessel (2).
Push puller through end connector (3), through the two R. O. elements (4), and through the interconnector (5) between
the two R. O. elements.
(3)
Place element puller plate (6) on assembled element puller (1) and secure with flat washer (7) and nut
(8).
(4) After inserting the element puller into the R. O. elements and attaching the element puller plate, the
assembly will be as shown (figure 3-4).
e.
(1) Slowly pull both R.O. elements (1) from R.O. vessel (2), while someone else supports assembly to
keep element puller centered in tube.
NOTE
Placing one hand on frame while pulling with the other hand may help to keep the element puller centered.
FIGURE 3-4. PULLING ELEMENT FROM R.O. VESSEL
(2) Disconnect the element puller plate (3) and remove element puller (4) from R.O. elements (1).
With one person on either end of assembly, twist and pull elements apart.
f. Inspection.
(1)
Inspect inside R.O. vessels for nicks and gouges.
(2)
Check interconnector and both end connectors for deep scratches and cracks.
(3)
Check brine seals and O-rings for cracks and tears.
g. Cleaning.
(1)
Flush dirt from inside R.O. vessels using the brine water.
(2)
Wipe any dirt from interconnector or end connectors using a clean cloth.
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