TM 55-1520-240-23-8
10-8
CLEANING OF FUEL CELL
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INITIAL SETUP
Applicable Configurations:
All
Tools:
Aircraft Mechanic’s Tool Kit, NSN 5180-00-323-4692
Materials:
Cloths (E135)
Vinegar (E436)
Barrier Material (E80)
Tape (E388)
Personnel Required:
Medium Helicopter Repairer
Inspector
Equipment Condition:
As Required
Do not puncture or scratch lining
of fuel tank. If lining is broken, fuel
penetrates and activates self-sealing
layers. Activated layers swell and trap
fuel. Activated green spongy material
also contaminates fuel system. This
makes it necessary to replace fuel
tank and flush fuel system.
1.
Wash contaminated area of tank. Use cloths
(E135) wet with a 50-50 solution of water and
vinegar (E436).
2.
Wipe cleaned area dry. Use cloths (E135).
3.
Make sure interior of cell is free of lint and other
foreign material.
INSPECT
4.
Cover all holes in cell. Use barrier material (E80)
and tape (E388) as necessary.
FOLLOW-ON MAINTENANCE:
None
END OF TASK
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