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CAUTION
TM 55-2915-335-30&P
2-12. VAPOR BLEED VALVE - INSPECT/REPLACE (Cont)
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2. CLEANING
a.
b.
Do not use glass or metal tools to scrape
dirt or locking compound from pump
housing surfaces. Scraping with metal or
glass will destroy the thin, protective coat-
ing on the housing. This could lead to
leaks or early failure of the pump.
Locking compound was used to seal adapter plug
(1) in pump housing (2). Scrape residue from
sleeve of adapter plug. Use plastic or wood scraper
to remove residue from adapter plug sleeve.
Use a wooden or plastic scraper and remove any
locking compound from bleed valve bore.
c.
d.
Compressed air aimed at the skin can
cause serious injury or death. Wear
goggles and never use over 30 psi (207
kPa) of compressed air for cleaning.
Cleaning solvent can be hazardous to
your health. Use solvent only in well venti-
lated areas. Avoid breathing solvent
vapors. Do not use solvent near an open
flame or other source of high heat. Al-
ways wear gloves, apron, and goggles
when using cleaning solvent. Store solvent
in approved metal container only.
Wash adapter plug (1) and pump housing (2) in dry cleaning solvent (Item 7, Appendix C). Take care to clean
adapter plug bleed holes thoroughly.
Using compressed air, 30 psi (207 kPa) maximum, blow valve bore out and rinse with cleaning solvent.
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