TRUCK SERVICE MANUAL
FUEL SYSTEM
3.
Allow parts to soak as needed to remove carbon.
A
soft bristle brush may be used, if necessary, to remove
heavy deposits.
Never use wire or other type brushes
with stiff bristles.
4.
Flush out oil passages in bearing housing from drain
end to remove dirt loosened by soaking.
a.
Leave parts submerged in solvent for a minimum of
twelve hours and preferable twenty-four hours.
Agitate
solvent for maximum cleaning.
b.
After completion of Step "a", pump solvent through
passage again to flush out any loose particles.
5.
Remove parts from tank.
Drain and steam clean
thoroughly to remove all carbon and grease.
Apply
steam liberally to oil passages in bearing housing.
6.
Blow off excess water and dry with moisture-free
compressed air.
7.
Place parts carefully in clean basket to avoid damage
and dirt.
Caution:
Do not use glass bead cleaning methods.
Inspection And Repair
Inspect all parts carefully before assembling.
All parts
within specifications can be reused safely for another
service period.
Damage to floating bearing may
necessitate replacement of bearing housing with a new
part.
Turbine Casings
1.
Inspect turbine casing mounting flange for cracks, Fig.
10-14, distortion and burning.