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ENGINE ENCLOSURE REPAIR/REPLACE (CONT).
CLEANING/INSPECTION/REPAIR:
Dry cleaning solvent is potentially dangerous. Avoid repeated and
prolonged breathing of vapors and skin contact with the liquid. Do not use
near open flame, arcing equipment, or other ignition source. Always wear
eye protection and protective clothing.
Death or serious injury could occur if compressed air is directed against the
skin. Do not use compressed air for cleaning or drying unless the pressure
is/has been reduced to 30 psi (2.11 kg cm 2) or less. When working with
compressed air always use chip guards, eye protection, and other personal
protective equipment.
1.
Remove all oily dirt, grease, and diesel fuel oil from engine enclosure components with rags moistened with dry
cleaning solvent.
2.
Dry all parts with compressed air.
3.
Inspect doors, handles, and hold opening devices for proper operation.
4.
Inspect engine enclosure, outside surfaces, and flanges. Remove minor corroded, dented, or chipped areas using
abrasive cloth. Clean and refinish surfaces. If welding is required notify direct support maintenance.
5.
Inspect door and enclosure gaskets, replace as required.
6.
Remove damaged threaded sleeves from enclosure output duct (1) and intake duct (2), attaching areas, and from
end panels (3) by grinding off head of threaded sleeve and pushing sleeve through hole. Insert new threaded sleeve
by mounting it on threaded insert tool and installing.
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