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14. Rinse engine as follows:
NOTE
In following step a., to avoid freezing
at ambient temperature below 35 F,
use anti-detonating injection fluid
mixture of 40 percent methanol
(E35.1) and 60 percent water instead
of fresh water.
a. With ignition circuit breaker pulled
out, have helper motor engine
while spraying clean fresh water
evenly through all sections of
the inlet housing (23) at the rate
of 2 1/2 gallons per minute for
approximately 2 minutes.
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.
b. Repeat steps 13. and 14., if
required.
c. Stop motoring engine. Decrease
air pressure to air-bleed actuator
to zero.
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