TM-9-2320-260-10

TRUCK, 5-TON, 6X6, M809 SERIES (DIESEL)

TECHNICAL MANUAL; OPERATOR'S MANUAL

JUNE 1985

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Table 2-2. Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (Cont’d).

ITEM

NO.

INTERVAL

ITEM TO

CHECK/

SERVICE

CREWMEMBER

PROCEDURE

NOT FULLY

MISSION

CAPABLE IF:

LOCATION

DRIVER

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After

Fuel Filter/

a.

Loosen valve (1) on bottom of fuel

Water

filter and allow water to drain into a

Separator

suitable container. Close valve when

clean fuel is visible.

b.

Prime fuel system (para. 3-11).

c.

Check for leaks.

c.

Any class III

leak is evident.

.

WARNING

.

• Do not perform fuel filter/water

separator checks, inspections, or

draining while smoking or near

fire, flames, or sparks. Fuel could

ignite, causing damage to vehicle,

or injury or death.

• Accidental or intentional introduc-

tion of liquid contaminants into the

environment is in violation of

state, federal, and military regula-

tions. Refer to Lubrication Order

( p a r a

. 3-4) for information

concerning storage, use, and

disposal of these liquids. Failure to

do so may result in injury or death.

CAUTION

Do not overtighten plastic valve.

Damaged valve will result in fuel

leaks.

NOTE

If fuel is still not clear after draining

one pint (0.473 L), notify unit

maintenance.

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