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B.
REPAIR - Continued.
2.
CLEAN
VALVE
BODY
AND
VALVE
CARTRIDGE.
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
III 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.
a.
Rinse valve body and valve cartridge in
cleaning solvent.
b.
Use a culture swab to wipe out valve body
inner bores.
Compressed air used for cleaning
purposes will not exceed 30 psi (207
kPa). Use only with effective chip
guarding and personal protective
equipment (goggles/face shield and
gloves). Failure to take proper
precautions may result in severe
injury or loss of vision.
c.
Use
30
psi
(207
kPa)
maximum
compressed air to remove any foreign
matter from valve body bore, threaded
surfaces, and seal grooves. Dry all parts
with a clean, lint-free cloth.
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