TM 5-3895-373-20
A.
REMOVE.
Fuel is very flammable and can
explode easily. To avoid serious
injury or death:
Always wear safety glasses/goggles
at all times.
Keep fuel away from open flame or
any spark (ignition source).
Keep at least a B-C fire extinguisher
within easy reach when working with
fuel or on a fuel system.
Do not work on fuel system when
engine is hot; fuel can be ignited by a
hot engine.
Post signs that read "NO SMOKING
WITHIN 50 FEET" when working with
open fuel lines or fuel tanks.
1.
DISCONNECT FUEL HOSE AND LINE.
2.
REMOVE FUEL LIFT PUMP.
a.
While holding fuel lift pump (1) in place,
remove hex head cap screws (4) and
retaining plates (5).
b.
Remove the fuel lift pump and drain
excess fuel into a drip pan. Dispose of
fuel in accordance with local procedures.
c.
Remove and discard gasket (6).
d.
Remove tube reducer (7), elbow (8), and
preformed
packing
(9).
Discard
preformed packing.
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