TM-9-2350-260-20-1-2
TANK, COMBAT, FULL TRACKED 105-MM GUN, M60 2350-00-678-5773 (HULL)
TECHNICAL MANUAL; ORGANIZATIONAL MAINTENANCE VOLUME 2 OF 4, CHAPTERS 5 THRU 9
TM-9-2350-260-20-1-2 - Page 382 of 772
TM 9-2350-260-20-1-2
AIR CLEANER FILTER ELEMENT CLEANING OR REPLACEMENT (TOP LOADING) (Sheet 3 of 5)
INSPECTION:
1.
Inspect filter element for rupture in filter material or damage or looseness of seal.
Replace element if damaged in
any way.
2.
Inspect filter element to determine if contaminated with dust or oil.
Element can be cleaned by using compressed
air or by washing.
3.
If filter is contaminated with dust, clean by using low-pressure, compressed air.
4.
If filter is contaminated with carbon or oil deposits, clean by washing.
CLEANING:
WARNING
Compressed air used for cleaning purposes will not exceed 30 psi.
Use only with
effective chip guarding and personal protective equipment (goggles/shield, gloves,
etc).
Compressed Air:
1.
Direct stream of compressed air against inside of filter element.
2.
Move air stream up and down length of pleats until no dust is visibly being blown out.
Washing:
CAUTION
Do not hit element against solid object.
Damage may occur to element.
1.
Shake or blow off dust before wetting filter element.
2.
Prepare solution of warm water (80
°
F to 110
°
F) and liquid detergent (Item 33, Appendix D) in container large
enough to hold filter element.
3.
Soak filter element in cleaning solution for 15 to 20 minutes, then gently shake it back and forth for 2 to 3 minutes to
free dirt deposits.
4.
Rinse filter element with cool water (35
°
F to 80
°
F) until all traces of dirt and detergent are removed.
5.
If hose is used to rinse filter element, maximum line pressure of 40 psi should be used.
6.
Make sure filter element is completely dry before using.
7.
Air dry at normal room temperature until filter element is completely dry.
If circulating air is used, temperature must
not exceed 180
°
F.
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