TM 5-2410-240-23-2
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REMOVAL
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WARN I N G
DO NOT perform fuel system checks, inspections, or maintenance while smoking or near
fire, flames, or sparks. Fuel may ignite, causing damage to equipment and injury or death
to personnel.
Allow engine to cool off before performing maintenance on fuel filter. Hot metal parts can
cause severe burns. Wear eye, hand, and skin protection when working with heated parts.
Wear fuel-resistant gloves and eye protection when handling fuels. If exposed to fuel,
promptly wash exposed skin and change fuel-soaked clothing. Failure to follow these
warnings may result in injury or death to personnel.
C AU T I O N
Wipe area clean around prime pump hose and filter base. Contamination of fuel system
could result in premature failure.
1. Open left front access door (Figure 1, Item 1).
2. Remove panel (Figure 1, Item 2).
3. Turn fuel shutoff valve (Figure 1, Item 3) to closed position.
Figure 1. Left Front Access Door and Fuel Shutoff Valve.
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