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DEHYDRATORS
This task covers:
a.
Inspection
b.
Service
INITIAL SETUP
Applicable Configurations
All
General Safety Precautions
Do not attempt to open or service dehydrators until all pressure has been
released. Make sure dehydrator bleed valve is fully open before servicing
dehydrators.
a.
Inspection. Refer to direct support maintenance.
b.
Service
(1)
Open dehydrator bleed valve.
(2)
Remove top plug from each dehydrator.
(3)
Examine O-rings. Replace as required.
(4)
Remove and discard dehydrator cartridge from dehydrator # 1.
(5)
Transfer dehydrator cartridge from dehydrator # 2 to dehydrator # 1.
(6)
Install new dehydrator cartridge into dehydrator # 2.
(7)
Spray silicone lubricant onto O-rings and anti-freeze compound onto plug threads.
(8)
Install and secure top plugs.
(9)
Close dehydrator bleed valve.
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