TM-9-2320-361-24-2 Field Maintenance Manual Volume 2 for M44A2 Series Trucks
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TM 9-2320-361-24-2 0286 00 0286 00-2 FILTER SEPARATOR MAINTENANCE (M49A2C) (Contd) WARNING • Diesel fuel is flammable. Do not perform fuel system procedures near open flames. Injury or death to personnel may result. • Accidental or intentional introduction of liquid contaminants into the environment is a violation of state, federal, and military regulations. Refer to Army POL (WP 0001 00) for information concerning storage, use, and disposal of these liquids. Failure to do so may result in damage to environment and health of personnel. NOTE Use a drain pan to capture any draining fuel. Dispose of fluids in accordance with local policy and ordinances. Ensure all spills are cleaned up. REMOVAL 1. Remove two nuts (19), screws (21), and coupling halves (18) from gasket (16) and filter separator (11). 2. Disconnect nipple (2) and air eliminator hose (1) from cover (3). NOTE Assistant will help with step 3. 3. Remove four locknuts (17), screws (12), filter separator (11), and gasket (16) from separator pipe (20) and shelf (13). Discard locknuts (17) and gasket (16). DISASSEMBLY 1. Remove nut (24), coupling clamp (25), cover (3), and gasket (23) from filter separator (11). Discard gasket (23). 2. Remove cotter pin (27) and vent valve (26) from cover (3). Discard cotter pin (27). 3. Remove six nuts (4), three washers (5), and plate (6) from filter separator (11). 4. Remove three nuts (7), screws (10), and washers (9) from filter separator brackets (8). 5. Remove three canisters (14) and filter elements (15) and (22) from filter separator (11). Discard filter elements (15) and (22). CLEANING AND INSPECTION WARNING Skysol 100 solvent is combustible; DO NOT use or store near heat, sparks, flame, or other ignition sources. Use mechanical ventilation whenever product is used in a confined space, heated above ambient temperatures, or agitated. Keep container sealed when not in use. Contact with Skysol 100 may cause skin irritation. Use chemical-resistant gloves. In case of skin contact, remove any contaminated clothing and wash skin thoroughly with soap and water.Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. Eye contact may cause irritation, tearing, or blurring of vision. Use face shield or goggles when eye contact may occur. In case of eye contact, flush eyes with large amounts of water for at least 15 minutes or until irritation subsides. Inhalation may cause irritation to upper respiratory passages. DO NOT have food or drink in the vicinity. Failure to comply may result in injury to personnel. 1. Clean canisters (14) and inside of filter separator (11) with Skysol 100 solvent. 2. Inspect canisters (14) for cracks. Replace canisters (14) if cracked.