TM 55-2840-254-23
8-24
INITIAL SETUP
Equipment Condition:
Off Engine Task
Engine Oil System Drained (Task 1-75).
Applicable Configurations:
Oil Filter Cap and Stem Assembly and Oil
All
Filter Element Removed (Task 8-23).
Tools:
Powerplant Mechanic's Tool Kit,
General Safety Instructions:
NSN 5180-00-323-4944
Goggles
Compressed Air Source
Materials:
Dry cleaning solvent (E17) is flammable
Dry Cleaning Solvent (E17)
and toxic. It can irritate skin and cause
Gloves (E20)
burns. Use only in well-ventilated area,
Lint-Free Cloth (E26)
away from heat and open flame. In case
of contact, immediately flush skin or
Personnel Required:
eyes with water for at least 15 minutes.
68B10 Aircraft Powerplant Repairer
Get medical attention for eyes.
1. Clean oil filter cap and stem assembly (1) as
follows:
a. Wear gloves (E20). Immerse and agitate oil
filter cap and stem assembly (1) in dry clean-
ing solvent (E17). Use brush on outside sur-
faces.
b. Wipe outside surfaces dry with clean, dry, lint-
free cloth (E26).
When using compressed air for cleaning,
use approved protective equipment for
eyes and face. Do not use more than
30 psig air pressure. Do not direct air
toward yourself or another person.
Failure to comply could result in injury
to eyes or skin. In case of injury, get
medical attention.
c. Wear goggles. Blow dry internal passages (2)
using clean, dry compressed air.
FOLLOW-ON MAINTENANCE:
Inspect Oil Filter Cap and Stem Assembly and
Oil Filter Element (Task 8-25).
END OF TASK
