TM 55-2840-254-23
8-91 INSPECT CHIP DETECTOR
8-91
INITIAL SETUP
Materials
None
Applicable Configurations:
All
Personnel Required:
Tools:
Technical Inspection Tool Kit,
Steel Nut, 1/4-28
Equipment Condition:
Off Engine Task
1.
Inspect plug (1) and housing (2). There shall
be no cracks.
NOTE
Do not drain oil solely for the purpose of
removing the housing (2) for inspection.
Inspect housing (2) for cracks without
removal from engine when inspection is
performed while engine oil is not drained.
2.
Check strength of magnets (3) on plug (1) by
placing 1/4-28 steel nut (4) against them.
Magnets (3) shall be strong enough to support
weight of steel nut (4).
FOLLOW-ON MAINTENANCE:
None
END OF TASK
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