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TM 10-6630-240-12&P
TM 01461B-12&P/1
k. Preparing the monitor for Assessment of particulate contamination.
(1)
If you are testing the fuel using the Color Comparator Method, refer to the Aviation Turbine Fuel
Contamination Standards contained in the kit. Pry off the top of the monitor. Match the gradation of color and determine
if the gross particles are acceptable or unacceptable. If the results are marginal or unacceptable, retest the fuel using the
Gravimetric Method.
(2)
If you are testing fuel using the Gravimetric Method, replace the monitor's protective plug (top and bottom,
label the monitor, wrap in a protective covering and ship to a laboratory.
2-7. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR API GRAVITY TESTS.
a.
Refer to paragraph 2-5 for installing the quick release valve.
b.
Refer to paragraphs 2-6 b, c (less monitor) for assembling the Sampler Valve Hose Assembly.
c.
Attach The PVC Sample Bottle (1) to the Remote Sampling Assembly (2). (figure 2-10)
Figure 2-10
d.
Refer to paragraphs 2-6 e, f. & g to connect the sampler hose valve assembly to the quick release valve,
grounding procedures and procedures for flushing the inlet hose.(If one or all test procedures are performed within the
same hour reflushing the lines is not required. However if the system has not been flushed, DO NOT use the PVC bottle
to contain the sample. Allow 200 milliliters (7 oz) to be flushed through the system before taking the sample.
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