TM 5-1940-322-24
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FUEL LEVEL SENDING UNIT MAINTENANCE (Contd)
NOTE
Tag leads during removal to assist with installation.
REMOVAL
NOTE
Have container ready to catch fuel.
1.
Disconnect two lead wires (9) from connectors (7).
2.
Remove six locknuts (5), washers (4), and mounting plate (3) with fuel level sending unit (10) from
fuel tank (1). Discard locknuts (5).
3.
Remove nut (6), fuel level sending unit (10), washer (8), and gasket (2) from mounting plate (3).
Discard gasket (2).
CLEANING AND INSPECTION
1.
For general cleaning and inspection instructions, refer to WP 0013 00.
WARNING
Skysol 100 solvent is combustible; DO NOT use or store near heat,
sparks, flame, or other ignition sources. Use mechanical ventilation
whenever product is used in a confined space, heated above ambient
temperatures, or agitated. Keep container sealed when not in use.
Contact with Skysol 100 may cause skin irritation. Use chemical-
resistant gloves. In case of skin contact, remove any contaminated
clothing and wash skin thoroughly with soap and water. Wash
contaminated clothing before reuse. Eye contact may cause irritation,
tearing, or blurring of vision. Use face shield or goggles when eye contact
may occur. In case of eye contact, flush eyes with large amounts of water
for at least 15 minutes or until irritation subsides. Inhalation may cause
irritation to upper respiratory passages. DO NOT have food or drink in
the vicinity. Failure to comply may result in injury to personnel.
2.
Clean excess gasket material from fuel tank (1) with Skysol 100 and dry with cloth.
INSTALLATION
1.
Route two lead wires (9) through washer (8), new gasket (2), mounting plate (3), and nut (6).
NOTE
Float on sending unit must be positioned for upward flotation.
2.
Position fuel level sending unit (10), washer (8), and new gasket (2) on mounting plate (3) and tighten
nut (6).
3.
Install fuel level sending unit (10) on fuel tank (1) with six washers (4) and new locknuts (5).
4.
Connect two lead wires (9) to connectors (7).
5.
Fill fuel tank (WP 0012 00).
6.
Connect battery ground cables (WP 0054 00).
7.
Start engines and check for leaks (TM 5-1940-322-10).
8.
Close engine hatches (TM 5-1940-322-10).
9.
Close battery hatch (TM 5-1940-322-10).
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