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TM5-4930-235-13&P
3-5. Strainer and O-Ring. (See Figure 3-1).
INITIAL SETUP
This task covers: Removal, Inspection, and Installation.
Tools
None Required.
Materials/Parts
Lint-Free Cloth, MIL-C-85043 (Item 1, Appendix F)
a.
Removal.
(1)
Shut off fuel at source. Put handle in no flow (off) position.
NOTE
A suitable container should be available to catch fuel spillage
(2)
Pull cam arms (1) outward from coupling half (2). Remove nozzle (3) from fuel hose.
(3)
Turn coupling half (2) and strainer body (5) counterclockwise to unthread from strainer housing (6).
(4)
Remove strainer (7) and o-ring (8) from strainer housing (6).
b.
Inspection.
(1)
Inspect strainer (7) for cracks, distortion, or damage to screen.
(2)
Inspect o-ring (8) for cuts, tears, or distortion.
(3)
Replace strainer (7) or o-ring (8) if damaged.
c.
Installation.
CAUTION
Strainer must be installed carefully to prevent damage to o-ring.
(1)
Put o-ring (8) and strainer (7) inside strainer housing (6).
(2)
Thread coupling half (2) and strainer body (5) into strainer housing (6). Hand-tighten only.
(3)
Insert fuel hose in nozzle (3).
(4)
Push cam arms (1) inward toward coupling half (2) to secure fuel hose.
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