ARMY TM 9-6115-639-13
AIR FORCE TO 35C2-3-386-51
MARINE CORPS TM 10155A-13/1
4-50. FUEL FILL CAP AND FILL POCKET MAINTENANCE - cont.
4. Loosen two clamps (10) and remove fill port collar (11) from fill pocket (8) and fuel tank (9).
5.
Disconnect hose (12) from tee (17) by loosening clamp (13).
6.
Disconnect hose (14) from fitting (15) by loosening clamp (16). Remove fitting (15), tee (17), and pipe
(18) from fill pocket (8).
7.
If removal of fill pocket (8) is required, remove auxiliary fuel pump and connectors (Para. 4-51) and power
inverter / converter (Para. 4-52).
8.
Remove fill pocket (8) from enclosure by removing eight screws (19), lockwashers (20), and washers (21).
B. INSPECTION.
1.
Inspect fuel fill cap for obvious damage. Inspect for crossed, stripped, or damaged threads.
2.
Inspect fuel strainer assembly for dirt, clogging, and corrosion. Check that all screen material is intact and
free from damage. Ensure that screen is securely attached to lip.
3.
Inspect fuel fill pocket for cracks, dents, or evidence of leakage. Inspect for corrosion.
4.
Inspect fill port collar and fuel tank for cracks, dents, or evidence of leakage. Inspect for corrosion.
5.
Remove and replace any component that is damaged to the extent that it will effect the safe operation of
the generator set.
C. INSTALLATION.
1.
Apply teflon tape to threads of all fitting threads prior to installation.
2.
Connect pipe (18, Figure 4-45), tee (17), and fitting (15) to fill pocket (8).
3.
Install collar (11) onto fill pocket (8) and fuel tank (9). Secure by tightening two clamps (10).
4.
Install fill pocket (8) using eight screws (19), lockwashers (20), and washers (21).
5.
Secure collar (11) to fill pocket (8) and fuel tank (9) using two clamps (10).
6.
Connect hose (14) to fitting (15) and tighten clamp (16). Connect hose (12) to tee (17) and tighten clamp
(13).
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