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(2) Disassemble fuel filter as illustrated
b. Cleaning and inspection.
(1) Thoroughly steam clean fuel tank.
in figure 3-4.
(2) Clean fuel strainer and cap with ap-
b. Cleaning and Inspection.
proved cleaning solvent; shake dry.
(3) Inspect for cracks, breaks, or other
(1) Clean fuel filter and bowl assembly
damage.
and fuel lines with approved cleaning solvent
(4) Repair cracks and breaks, using ap-
and dry thoroughly.
proved arc welding methods.
(2) Inspect fuel filter, connector threads,
Warning: Make sure all gasoline fumes
bowl, and bowl gasket for cracks, breaks, and
are removed from tank before starting weld-
ing operations. Fumes in tank can cause a
other damage.
severe explosion if ignited.
(3) Inspect fuel lines for cracks, distor-
tion, or other damage.
fual tank.
( 4 ) Replace all damaged or defective
parts.
a. Removal.
(1) Remove fuel line and filter as illustra-
semble and install fuel filter.
ted in figure 3-4.
