ARMY TM 9-6115-639-13
AIR FORCE TO 35C2-3-386-51
MARINE CORPS TM 10155A-13/1
5-9. FUEL TANK MAINTENANCE
This task covers removal, inspection, and installation.
INITIAL SETUP
Tools:
Equipment Condition:
Tool Kit, Master Mechanic’s
Engine / Alternator assembly removed
(Item 3, App. B, Sect. III)
(Para. 5-7)
Auxiliary fuel pump removed (Para. 4-51)
A. REMOVAL.
1.
Place a suitable container (4 gallon capacity) beneath fuel drain. Open drain valve (1, Figure 5-3) and
drain fuel into container. Close drain valve.
2
Tag and disconnect electrical wiring from fuel tank components.
3. Remove jam nut (3) and washer (4) from hold down bracket (2). Carefully pry pin (5) from pin well to
remove hold down bracket.
4.
Disconnect fuel drain line (6) from bulkhead fitting (8). Remove bulkhead fitting, elbow (9), and nut (10).
5.
Disconnect fuel return line (11) from fitting (12) by loosening hose clamp (13). Disconnect opposite end
of line (to fuel injector) from tee.
6.
Remove rubber hose (15) from fuel tank filler neck and fuel pocket (16) by loosening clamps (17, 18).
7.
Remove tank bracket (22) from skid base by removing screws (19), lockwashers (20), and washers (21).
8.
Slide fuel tank (14) towards drain valve (1) and lift rear of tank to remove from skid base.
9.
Disconnect fuel drain line (6) from elbow (7). Remove elbow (7), drain valve (1), and fitting (12) from
fuel tank (14).
B. INSPECTION.
1.
Inspect fuel tank for cracks, dents, cuts, or evidence of leakage. Inspect for corrosion.
2.
Inspect fuel hoses for cuts, cracks, or other damage. Check for deterioration.
3.
Inspect fuel fittings for crossed, stripped, or damaged threads.
4.
Remove and replace any component that is damaged to the extent that it will effect the safe operation of
the generator set.
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