TM 5-3895-376-14&P
4-28. FUEL FILTER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
This task covers:
a. Cleaning
b. Remove
c. Replace
INITIAL SETUP
Tools
Tool Kit, General Mechanic’s
Pan, Wash; item 38, Appx F
Materials/Parts
Brush, Cleaning; item 2, Appx E
Solvent, Dry Cleaning; item 9, Appx E
Fuel filter (1)
Equipment Condition
Engine stopped and cool
Fuel tank drained.
General Safety Instructions
Observe all WARNINGS and CAUTIONS
Allow engine to cool before draining fuel.
W A R N I N G
P-D-680, Type III, is moderately toxic to the
skin, eyes and respiratory tract; avoid pro-
longed exposure. Skin and eye protection is
required. Good ventilation is required. Do
not use near open flame or excessive heat.
Flash point is 200 degrees F (93.3 degrees C).
1.
Clean fuel filter and surrounding area with a cloth
dampened in dry cleaning solvent and dry thor-
oughly. Use a soft-bristle brush to remove caked
dirt.
W A R N I N G
Spilled fuel on a hot engine can ignite, caus-
ing damage to equipment and possible per-
sonal injury. Allow engine to cool before
draining fuel from unit.
1
Loosen clamps (1 and 2) sufficiently to relieve
compression on fuel lines.
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