TM 55-2840-231-23
6-17. Fuel Pump and Filter Assembly - Preparation For Storage and Shipment - Continued
NOTE
The procedure for removing the fuel
pump and filter assembly from the
metal shipping and storage container
is prescribed in the applicable pro-
visions of paragraph 2-20.
Prepare the fuel pump and filter assembly for
storage, shipment, and installation in a metal
shipping and storage container, MS63052-1,
as follows:
1. Fuel Pump and
Filter Assembly
Drycleaning solvent, P-D-680, used
to clean parts is potentially dangerous
to personnel and property. Avoid re-
peated and prolonged skin contact.
Avoid prolonged or repeated
breathing of fumes. Do not use
near open flame or excessive heat.
Flash point of solvent is 100° F -
138°F (38°C - 59°C).
Solvent (item 1, Appendix D).
Prolonged contact with lubricating
oil (item 4, Appendix D) may cause
a skin rash. Those areas of skin and
clothing that come in contact with
lubricating oil should be thoroughly
washed immediately. Enclosed areas
where lubricating oil is used should
be adequately ventilated to keep
mist and fumes to a minimum.
a. Clean exterior of fuel
pump with a clean cloth
dampened with solvent.
Air dry or wipe with a
clean lint-free cloth.
Blow out all crevices
with dry, filtered, low-
pressure compressed air.
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