INTERVAL
ITEM
NO.
ITEM TO BE INSPECTED
PROCEDURE
Equipment is
Not Ready/
Available
TM 5-4320-306-10
Table 2-2. Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services - Continued
B - Before Operation
A - After Operation
D - During Operation
W - Weekly
B
D
A
W
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Fuel Lines and Fittings.
Fuel leaks.
WARNING
Death or serious injury could occur if diesel
fuel oil is not handled carefully. Use in a
well-ventilated area away from open flame,
arcing equipment, ignition sources,
heaters, or excessive heat. Be certain that
fuel lines and connections are secure. Do
not inhale vapor. Do not overfill fuel tank.
Engines must be turned off and cooled
before refueling. Use proper refueling pro-
cedures and equipment to avoid spillage.
Do not run engines near open fuel con-
tainers. DO NOT SMOKE.
While the engine is running, inspect the fuel system
components for leaks, damage, corrosion, and loose
line fittings. Inspect that fuel system components are
secure.
Check for the following:
Water separator (1) has clear bowl (2) with no
cracks, functional knurled screw (3), undamaged
cartridge (4), and secure and undamaged fuel line
connections (5).
Fuel filter (6) has
secure and
undamaged cartridge
(7) and fuel line
connections (8).
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