TM 9-2350-261-20-1
TEMPORARY FUEL TANK REPAIR (M113A2, M1059, M901A1
M1068, AND M577AZ ONLY)
INITIAL SETUP
Tools:
General Mechanics Tool Kit (Item 30, App D)
Materials/Parts:
Sealing compound (Item 49, App C)
Dry cleaning solvent (Item 13, App C)
Sealing tape (Item 56, App C)
Personnel Required:
Unit Mechanic
References:
See your -10
Equipment Conditions:
Engine stopped/shutdown (see your -10)
Carrier blocked (see your -10)
Ramp lowered (see your -10)
Battery ground lead disconnected (page 13-2)
Fuel tank removed (optional, page 6-11) or
fuel drained below area of repair (page 6-5)
REPAIR
1.
NOTE
This task is for fuel tank temporary
repair only. Repair is not feasible in
temperatures below +40°F (+4°C). Best
results are obtained if temperature is
between 75° and 90°F (24° and 32°C).
CAUTION
Be sure fuel level in tank is below area to
be repaired.
Clean 3 to 4 inches (8 to 10 cm) around
repair area. Use a wire brush, steel wool, or
emery cloth.
WARNING
D ry
cleaning
solvent
P - D - 6 8 0 is
toxic
and
flammable. Always use in
an open area with good air
flow, away from sparks,
h e a t , o r f l a m e s . W e ar
goggles and gloves. Do not breath vapors.
Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothes.
If you get dizzy while using solvent,
breath fresh air and get medical help. If
solvent gets on hands, wash them. If
solvent gets in eyes, flush eyes with fresh
water and get medical help immediately.
Keep fire extinguisher nearby.
Clean area with dry cleaning solvent. Dry
area with a clean cloth.
3. Reinforce small repair area with clean cloth
or sealing tape.
4. Reinforce large repair area with sheet metal
(aluminum), cut to fit.
NOTE
Sealing compound is usable for two hours
after mixing. Use mixed sealing com-
pound within this time.
5. Apply mixed sealing compound 3/16-1/4 inch
(4-6 mm) thick over repair area.
6. Apply 1/16 inch (2mm) minimum of sealing
. compound over reinforcement. Sealing com-
pound must extend at least two inches (5
cm) beyond reinforcement on all sides.
7. Allow sealing compound to cure before filling
fuel tank. Sealing compound will be tack-free
in 40 hours and cured in 72 hours.
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