3-18. Cleaning, Inspection and Repair
a. Clean all parts with an approved cleaning solvent
NOTE
and dry thoroughly.
Total gear backlash must be 0.001/0.004 inch. The
b. Inspect pump shafts and gears for wear or
drive shaft must protrude 2.370/2.412 inch from the
scoring. Replace defective or damaged parts.
body. End clearance should not exceed 0.0015 inch
c. Inspect gear body and cover for scoring or
nor be less than 0.0009 inch. If pump binds or has
excessive wear.
excessive play, check error in assembly which must
NOTE
be corrected to prevent early pump failure.
If shaft bore is scored 1/3 of circumference or more
in cover or body replace.
b. Installation. Install the fuel pump assembly as
illustrated in figure 3-10.
3-19. Reassembly and Installation
c. Governor Adjustment. Adjust governor (TM 5-
a. Reassembly.
Refer to figure
and
3810-232-12)
reassemble the fuel pump assembly.
Section VII. CARRIER FUEL TANK
3-20. Removal
WARNING
Refer to TM 5-3810-232-12.
Steam clean fuel tank thoroughly
before welding. Leave all openings
3-21. Fuel Tank Cleaning, Inspection, and Repair
uncovered during welding. Refer to
a. Clean all parts with an approved cleaning
TM 9-237 for safety precautions for
solvent.
welding containers that have held
b. Inspect the fuel tank for cracks, breaks, or leaks.
combustibles.
Clean tank with live steam and weld after all flumes are
removed.
c. Replace all gaskets.
3-22. Installation
Refer to TM 5-3810-232-12.
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