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INSTALL FORWARD FUEL TANK
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RAISE AND INSTALL FUEL TANK
6.
Clean beam (12) and top edge (13) of tank (1).
Use dry cleaning solvent (E162) and cloths
(E135). Wear goggles to protect eyes. Wear
gloves (E184.1).
7.
Apply thin coat of parting agent (E307) along
beam (12). Use tongue depressor (E424). Wear
gloves (E184.1).
8.
Apply sealant (E336) on top inner edge of tank
(13). Use tongue depressor (E424). Wear gloves
(E184.1).
9.
With aid from helper, raise tank (1) to installed
position and support tank.
10.
Install 17 bolts (14) and washers (15). Apply
sealant (E336) over head of bolts.
11.
Apply a bead of parting agent (E307) and then
sealant (E336) along top outside edge of tank (1)
where tank meets skin of aircraft.
12.
Remove padded support (2).
13.
Install two washers (16) and bolts (17).
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