TM 55-2840-254-23
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WASH COMPRESSOR (WITHOUT WATER WASH KIT P/N 2-200-071-54
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INSTALLED) (Continued)
d. Stop motoring engine. Let stand
WARNING
for 20 minutes to loosen deposits.
Cleaning solution (E11) is not toxic,
NOTE
but fumes may cause irritation. Use
only with adequate ventilation.
In following step e., to avoid freezing
Avoid prolonged or repeated
at ambient temperatures below 35 F,
breathing of vapors.
use anti-detonating injection fluid
mixture (E4.1) or a mixture of 40
NOTE
percent methanol (E35.1) and 60
percent water instead of fresh water.
In following step b., cleaning solution
(E11) maybe be used for removal of
e. While engine is cold and with
light oil and dirt. Dry Cleaning solvent
ignition circuit breaker pulled out,
(E17) may be used for removal of oil,
have helper motor engine while
grease, or dirt. If used, go to step c.
spraying fresh water evenly
Clean, fresh water may be used for
through all sections of inlet
removal of dirt and salt deposits. If
housing (23) at the rate of 2 1/2
used, go to step e.
gallons per minute for
approximately 2 minutes.
b. Mix a solution of cleaning solution
(E11) with water. Mix four quarts of
water to one quart of solution in a
clean utility pail (22).
c. While engine is cold and with
ignition circuit breaker pulled out,
have helper motor engine while
spraying cleaning solution (E11
and E17) evenly through all
sections of the inlet housing (23).
(Ref. TM 55-1520-240-10 or Task
WARNING
When using compressed air for
cleaning, use approved protective
equipment for eyes and face. Do
not use more than 30 PSIG
pressure. Do not direct air pressure
toward yourself or another person.
Failure to comply could result in
injury to eyes or skin. In case of
injury, get medical attention.
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