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A.
REMOVE - Continued.
b.
Remove
machine
screws
(2)
and
lockwashers (3). Discard lockwashers.
c.
Remove filler neck (4), gasket (5), strainer
(6), and gasket (7).
2.
CLEAN MOUNTING SURFACE.
WARNING
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.
Post signs that read "NO SMOKING
WITHIN 50 FEET" when working with
open fuel lines or fuel tanks.
CAUTION
Use caution when scraping gasket
material from fuel tank flange. Do not
scratch or gouge sealing surfaces
when scraping gasket material. Poor
sealing and fuel tank leakage may
result from scratches or gouges in
fuel tank sealing surface. Do not
allow any gasket material to fall into
fuel tank.
a.
Scrape off any gasket material from fuel
tank flange using putty knife.
WARNING
Cleaning solvent, P-D-680, is TOXIC
and flammable. Wear protective
goggles and gloves. Use only in a
well ventilated area. Avoid contact
with skin, eyes, and clothes, and do
not breathe vapors. Keep away from
heat or flame. Never smoke when
using solvent; the flashpoint for Type
m cleaning solvent is 200°F (93,3°C).
Failure to do so may result in injury
or death to personnel.
If personnel become dizzy while
using cleaning solvent, immediately
get fresh air and medical help. If
solvent contacts skin or clothes,
flush with cold water. If solvent
contacts eyes, flush eyes with water
and get immediate medical attention.
b.
Wipe flange area with cleaning solvent
and lint-free cloth.
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