TM 5-4320-300-14
4-27. FUEL LINES, HOSES, AND FITTINGS (CONT)
Location/Item
Action
Remarks
PRIMING
WARNING
Severe burns, illness, or death may result if personnel fail to handle diesel fuel properly. Observe the
following precautions:
· Do not inhale vapor.
· Do not refuel near open flame, sparks, or excessive heat.
· Be certain fuel lines and connections are secure.
· Do not overfill fuel tank.
· Work in a well-ventilated area.
12. Fuel tank
Fill fuel tank with a
minimum of 10 gal-
lons of VV-F-800
diesel fuel.
13. Fuel strainer
Remove fuel strainer and fuel
and filter
filter cartridges, and fill each
with diesel fuel. Install both
cartridges.
14. Filler plug
Remove filler plug in fuel
filter cover and install a
fuel system primer.
15. Fuel system
Prime the system. Remove
primer
the primer.
16. Filler plug
Replace filler plug in fuel
filter cover.
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