Suction Strainer Assembly

6-7. Suction Strainer Assembly

a. Removal. Refer to paragraph 5-3 and remove

the suction strainer assembly.

b. Disassembly.

Refer to figure 6-4 and

disassemble the suction strainer.

c. Cleaning and Inspection.

(1) Wash all parts with cleaning solvent, dry

thoroughly.

(2) Inspect the cover (1) and body (7) for

cracks, distortion, dents, and other damage; replace

damaged parts.

(3) Inspect the screen (6) for tears, holes,

distortion, and clogging; replace damaged screen.

(4) Inspect the yoke for cracks, misalignment,

and damaged threads; replace damaged yoke.

(5) Inspect

gasket

for

damage

and

deterioration; replace damaged gasket.

(6) Inspect the screw and nut (7) for cracks

and for damaged threads; replace damaged parts.

d. Reassembly.

Refer to figure 6-4 and

reassemble the suction screen assembly.

e. Installation. Refer to paragraph 5-3 and install

the suction screen assembly.

Setscrew

Jam, nut

Yoke

Cover

Gasket

Screen

Body

Figure 6-4. Suction strainer, 4 inch; exploded view

(Serial numbers 419501 through 419959).

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