TM 55-2840-254-23
8-85
8-85 CLEAN OIL DRAIN COCK
INITIAL SETUP
Equipment Condition:
Off Engine Task
Applicable Configurations:
All
Tools:
Goggles
Compressed Air Source
Dry cleaning solvent (E17) is flam-
mable and toxic. It can irritate skin
Materials:
and cause burns. Use only in well-
Dry Cleaning Solvent (E17)
ventilatad area, away from heat and
Gloves (E20)
open flame. In case of contact, im-
Lint-Free Cloth (E269
mediately flush skin or eyes with
water for at least 15 minutes. Get
Personnel Required:
medical attention for eyes.
1. Remove cap (1).
NOTE
Make sure valve is in open position in
following step 2.
2. Clean oil drain cock (2) as follows:
a. Wear gloves (E20). Immerse in dry cleaning
solvent (E17) and agitate. Use brush on ex-
ternal surfaces.
b. Use lint-free cloth (E26) to remove solvent.
When using compresssed air for clean-
ing, use 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 in-
jury get medical attention.
c. Wear goggles and blow dry internal passage.
Use clean, dry compressed air.
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