TM-9-2815-205-24 Technical Manual for M113 Engine 6V53 6V53T Download
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CLEANING - Continued WARNING Compressed air used for cleaning purposes will not exceed 30 PSI (207 kPa). Use only with protective equipment (goggles, face shield, gloves, etc.). Failure to comply may result in injury to personnel. 3. Use filtered compressed air to blow out and dry all tapped holes in castings. Oil Passages 1. Clean passages with wire or suitable probe to break up any sludge or gum deposits. 2. Wash passages by flushing with dry cleaning solvent. 3. Dry passages by blowing them out with compressed air. Oil Seals, Cables, and Flexible Hoses CAUTION Do not allow cleaning solvent to be in contact with seals, cables, and flexible hoses. Cleaning solvent will cause leather, rubber, and synthetic materials to dry out, rot, and become stiff. Clean oil seals, cables, and flexible hoses with soap, water, and a stiff brush. Ball Bearings 1. After removing surface oil and gum deposits, place bearings in hot oil (140° F or 60° C) to loosen congealed oil and grease. 2. Wipe bearing dry; do not use compressed air. 3. After cleaning, coat bearings with a light film of oil and wrap in paper until parts are inspected and assembled. 4. See TM 9-214 for information on care and maintenance of bearings. END OF TASK INSPECTION-ACCEPTANCE AND REJECTION CRITERIA Scope Procedures for inspection will be the same for a great percentage of the parts and components. To avoid repetition of instructions, the general procedures for inspection are detailed in paragraphs below. The engines are precision built and repair specifications found in (WP 0106) for the component parts have been fixed at extremely close tolerances. Be sure to use modern inspection equipment for inspecting component parts having extremely close tolerances where cracks and other damage cannot be spotted visually. TM 9-2815-205-24 0009 0009-2