Cleaning/inspection - TM-9-2320-360-20-20067

TM 9-2320-360-20-2

4-8. FUEL TANK BRACKET REPLACEMENT (CONT)

b. Cleaning/inspection

WARNING

Dry cleaning solvent P-D-680 Is toxic and flammable. Wear protective goggles and

gloves and use only In a well-ventilated area. Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and

clothes, and don't breathe vapors. DO NOT use near open flame or excessive heat.

The flash point Is 100-138 F (38-59 C). If you become dizzy while using cleaning

solvent, get fresh air Immediately and medical aid. If contact with eyes Is made,

wash your eyes with water and get medical aid Immediately.

(1) Clean fuel tank straps and brackets with dry cleaning solvent, wire brush, and rags.

(2) Clean liners with soapy water. Rinse liners clean with clear water.

(3) Inspect fuel tank brackets and straps for damage and badly rusted areas.

(4) Inspect bracket liners for damage.

c. Installation

NOTE

All fuel tank brackets and straps are

installed the same way. Right fuel

tank brackets are shown.

(1) Coat bracket liner

(1)

with

general

purpose cement.

(2) Install bracket liner (1) on bracket (2).

(3) Install strap liner (3) on strap (4).

NOTE

Ensure step mounts on strap are in

proper position when installing T-

screw in bracket.

(4) Insert T-screw (5) in bracket (2).

(5) Install new locknut (6) about 1 in. (2.5 cm)

on T-screw (5).

(6) Install bracket (2) and strap (4) on frame

(7) with six screws (8) and new locknuts

(9) with aid of assistant. Torque to 107 Ib-

ft (145 Nm).

(7) Repeat steps (1)

thru

(6)

for

each

remaining bracket.

d. Follow-On maintenance

(1) Install fuel tank (par a 4-6 or 4-7).

(2) Install no. 1 air reservoir (para 11-19) (for

left fuel tank brackets).

(3) Install no. 2 air reservoir (para 11-20) (for

right fuel tank brackets).

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