TM 5-3895-379-23-1
0007
MALFUNCTION
Fuel Contaminated.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
WARNING
DO NOT perform fuel system checks, inspections or maintenance while
smoking or near fire, flames or sparks. Fuel may ignite, causing injury or death,
or damage to machine.
Operating personnel must wear fuel-resistant gloves when handling fuels. If
exposed to fuel, properly wash exposed skin and change fuel-soaked clothing.
Fuel and oil are very slippery. Immediately wipe up any spills. Failure to follow
this warning may cause injury.
NOTE
Use drain pan to catch any fuel that may drain from system. Dispose of fuel IAW
local policy and ordinances. Ensure all spills are cleaned.
1.
Place container under fuel filter element.
2.
Open drain valve on bottom of fuel filter and collect sample in container.
3.
Close drain valve.
If fuel is contaminated, perform the following:
(1)
Drain and flush the fuel tank (WP 0124).
(2)
Replace fuel filter element (WP 0127).
(3)
Replace fuel/water separator element (WP 0129).
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