TM-9-2350-358-BD M109A6 Battlefield Damage Assessment and Repair Download
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TM 9-2350-358-BD D-10. FLUSHING THE FUEL SYSTEM OF EMERGENCY FUELS NOTE Alternate fuels need not be drained and flushed. These fuels can be further diluted by adding an approved primary fuel and continuing operations a. Drain or pump out emergency fuel. b. Refill tank with 10 to 15 gallons (37.8 to 56.8 liters) of approved primary or alternate fuel. NOTE It is desirable that the engine be kept under load by driving the vehicle This will bring engine to operating temperature c. Run engine for at least 1/2-hour, or until fuel has been consumed. d. Fill fuel tanks with an approved fuel. e. Resume operation. D-12