TM-9-2350-261-20-1 Unit Maintenance Manual Volume 1 M113A2 M577A2 M1064 M1068 M1059 M901A1 Download
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TM 9-2350-261-20-1 TEMPORARY FUEL TANK REPAIR (ALL EXCEPT M1064) — Continued 0140 00 NOTE Sealing compound is usable for two hours after mixing. Use mixed sealing compound within this time. 5. Apply mixed sealing compound 3/16-1/4 inch (4-6 mm) thick over repair area. 6. Apply 1/16 inch (2 mm) minimum of sealing compound over reinforcement. Sealing compound must extend at least two inches (5 cm) beyond reinforcement on all sides. 7. Allow sealing compound to cure before filling fuel tank. Sealing compound will be tack-free in 40 hours and cured in 72 hours. FOLLOW-THROUGH STEPS 1 . In stall f uel tan k (WP 0 139 0 0), (op tio nal). 2. Fill fuel tank (see your -10). Check tank for leaks. 3. Connect battery ground lead (WP 0294 00). 4. Raise and lock ramp (see your -10). 5. Stop/shutdown engine (see your -10). END OF TASK 0140 00-2