TM 3-4230-218-12&P
3-8.
ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM (FILTERS AND STRAINER).
a.
Introduction.
This paragraph contains procedures for
tion, and installation of the engine fuel
b.
Removal.
removal, cleaning, inspec-
system filter and strainers.
(1) Remove lid assembly (1) from fuel can and
remain in can.
(2) Remove fuel can from bracket and place on
strainer is above fuel level in can.
allow strainer to
ground so that fuel
(3) Pump ball pump to drain fuel from hose, filter, and ball pump.
(4) Pull strainer (3) from hose (2).
c.
Cleaning.
WARNING
The cleaning solvent used emits strong vapors and is flammable.
To avoid
illness or fire, use in a well-ventilated area and away from open flames. DO
NOT breathe vapors for a prolonged time.
Wash strainer in cleaning solvent
varnish brush (item 1, Appendix
NOTE
(item 3, Appendix E) using a
E).
Cleaning of the filter is limited to back draining (accomplished in b-3 above).
If back draining does not correct fuel system problems, refer to organizational
maintenance for filter replacement.
Engine Fuel Strainer, Removal.
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