TM 55-1520-240-23-8
10-48.1
REMOVE FUEL TANK BREAKAWAY FITTINGS
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10-48.1
Parts connected to breakaway fittings
must be removed without applying
force to fitting. Otherwise fitting may
be broken.
NOTE
Procedure is similar to remove
breakaway fittings from any fuel tank
except captive breakaway fitting (1) at
forward and aft ends of main fuel tank
(Task 10-48.3). Forward No. 1 (left)
intertank area shown here contains
typical breakaway fitting installations.
1.
Loosen flange bolts (2). Use wrench on flats
(3), to prevent application of force to breakaway
fittings. Disconnect other end of tube (4), and
remove applicable seals and packings. Catch
spilled fuel. Use grounded container.
2.
Disconnect hose (10.1).
3.
Remove hose coupling (6), eight bolts (7),
washer (8), and nuts (9). Remove hose (10),
tube (11), and manifold (5) as an assembly.
4.
Remove six screws (12) and washers (13).
Remove breakaway fitting (14) and packing (15).
Wipe up spilled fuel. Use cloths (E135).
FOLLOW-ON MAINTENANCE:
None
END OF TASK
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