TM 55-2840-231-23
1-37. Accident Engine - Preservation
INITIAL SETUP
Applicable Configuration
All
Consumable Materials
Barrier Material (item 2, Appendix D)
Tape (item 3, Appendix D)
References
Para 1-30
1. Engine
2. Engine
3. Engine
4. Engine
NOTE
Do not treat an engine for corrosion that
has been involved in an accident where
engine failure or malfunction is known
or suspected to have been a factor. This
engine must be held for shipment to an
overhaul depot or designated investiga-
tion area and should not be treated for
corrosion prevention.
Perform this action without disconnecting lines or
fittings.
If covers are not available, seal with barrier mate-
rial (item 2, Appendix D) and secure with tape
(item 3, Appendix D).
Refer to paragraph 1-30.
Prevent remaining fuel and
oil in engine from leaking
out.
Seal all openings with cov-
ers.
Plug all ports and cap all
fittings.
Install in bottom half of
metal reusable shipping and
storage container.
Ground engine to container to prevent
a possible explosion of dangerous va-
pors which may be ignited by static
electricity or a spark. Secure all loose
metal components to container with
tape PPP-T-60 to prevent possible
spark during shipment.
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