TM 9-2320-387-24-2
12-24/(12-25/(12-26 blank) deleted)
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12-14. ENGINE/CREW COMPARTMENT HEATER FUEL SYSTEM BLEEDING
This task covers:
Bleeding
INITIAL SETUP:
Tools
General mechanic’s tool kit:
automotive (Appendix B, Item 1)
Personnel Required
One mechanic
One assistant
Manual References
TM 9-2320-387-24P
General Safety Instructions
Do not perform this procedure near fire, flames,
or sparks.
Maintenance Level
Unit
.WARNING.
Diesel fuel is highly flammable. Do not perform this procedure
near fire, flames, or sparks. Severe injury or death may result.
NOTE
Have drainage container ready to catch fuel.
1.
Loosen clamp (3) and disconnect heater fuel line (2) from heater (4).
2.
Place end of fuel line (2) in drainage container.
3.
Turn heater switch (1) to ON position. Hold switch (1) in ON position until fuel flows free of air
bubbles.
4.
Turn switch (1) to OFF position.
5.
Connect fuel line (2) to heater (4) and tighten clamp (3).
Bleeding
FOLLOW-ON TASK: Install heat shield (para. 12-2).
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