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TM 9-2320-356-BD
Section V.
FUEL FILTERS
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GENERAL
Fuel filters remove dirt and water from the fuel.
Dirt and water will cause damage
to fuel system components.
Fuel filters are normally mounted in series, making
them primary and secondary filters.
Some vehicles have a fuel filter and water
separator as a single unit.
Other vehicles have a separate fuel filter and water
separator.
Fuel filters should be bypassed only as a last resort.
6-16.
FUEL FILTER CLOGGED OR FROZEN
General Information:
The first indication of clogged or frozen fuel filters will be a failure of the
engine to start or degraded performance because of insufficient fuel.
Fuel
filters, if drained daily, should not freeze.
Clogged filters must be cleaned or
changed to correct the problem.
Limitations:
o Possible internal engine damage if filters are bypassed
Personnel/Time Required:
Material/Tools:
o 1-2 soldiers
o Fuel
o 15-30 minutes
Other Options:
o Remove filter elements.
Procedural Steps:
1.
Gain access to fuel filters.
2.
Remove the fuel filter from the canister.
3.
Rinse the filter in a pan of fuel or blow out with compressed air; if frozen,
thaw it out.
4.
Install and prime the fuel filter.
5.
Start the engine.
6.
Record the BDAR action taken.
When the mission is completed, as soon as
practicable, repair using standard maintenance procedures.
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