TM 55-2835-208-23
2-15 CLEAN AND INSPECT COMBUSTOR HOUSING
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INITIAL SETUP
Equipment Condition:
General Safety Instructions
Off APU Task
Disassemble combustor assembly (Task
All
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Tools:
Engine Repairman’s Tool Kit
NSN 5180-00-323-4944
Rubber Gloves
NSN 8415-00-266-8677
Stainless Steel Wire Brush
NSN 7920-00-269-1259
Eye Protection
Materials:
Methyl-Ethyl-Ketone (MEK) (E9)
Personnel Required:
68B Aircraft Powerplant Repairer
68B Powerplant Inspector
General Safety Instructions:
When handling combustor assembly internal
parts that have been exposed to fuels con-
taining tetra-ethyl lead, ensure that the by
product (poisonous lead oxide) is not in-
haled or taken into the body through cuts or
other external openings. If accidental ex-
posure occurs, drench affected area with
large amounts of clear water, and obtain im-
mediate medical attention. Gloves and gog-
gles shall be worn at all times when handling
contaminated parts.
MEK is flammable and toxic. It
can irritate skin and cause burns.
Use in well-ventilated area, away
from heat and open flame. Wear
gloves. In case of contact, imme-
diately flush skin or eyes with
water for at least 15 minutes. Get
medical attention for eyes.
1.
Wearing gloves and goggles, clean combus-
tor housing using MEK (E9). Scrub with
stainless steel wire brush.
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