FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY.

TM 5-6115-584-12 NAVFAC P-8-622-12 TO-35C2-3-456-1 TM-05682C-12 1. Screw (2) 4. Hold-down assembly (2) 2. Lockwasher (2) 5. Fuel drum adapter 3. Ground rod 6. Skid-base Figure 3-3. Ground Rod and Fuel Drum Adapter Hold-Down b. Cleaning and Inspection. (1) Ground Rod. Inspect ground rod for damage and corrosion. Pay particular attention to the threaded portions of each piece, making certain the three pieces can be properly assembled. (2) Fuel Drum Adapter. Inspect adapter (5) for cleanliness and condition of threaded portions. Clean adapter with cleaning solvent and dry. a. Inspect (see figure.3-5). (3) Hold. down. Check hold-down assembly (4) for physical damage and check condition of hardware (1 and 2). c. Installation. (1) Hold-down. Position lockwashers (2) on screws (1) and insert into holes in skid-base (6). Position hold- down assemblies (4) against skid-base (6), then start screw (1). Do not over-tighten screws as hold-down assemblies may occur. damage to (2) Ground Rods and Fuel Drum Adapter. Slide fuel drum adapter (5) and three piece ground rod assembly (3) between hold-down assemblies (4) and skid base (6). Tighten screws (1). 3-13. FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY. a. Cleaning and Inspection (see figure 3-4). (1) Fuel Tank Strap Assemblies. Inspect both straps (1) for damage that would prevent them from securely holding fuel tank (4) to skid-base (10). Check that both straps are tight. Tighten straps by tightening nuts (2) and washers (3) securing each strap to skid-base. (2) Fuel Tank. Visually check fuel tank (4) for dents or leaks. Check that filler cap (8) fits securely onto tank and that filler cap and surrounding area is clean. Clean using solvent and clean cloth. (3) Fuel Level Gauge. Check fuel level gauge (6) for physical damage. Check that gauge shows FULL when tank is full, and EMPTY when tank is empty. Notify higher level of maintenance for replacement of fuel level gauge. (4) Float Switch. Inspect float switch (7) for physi- cal damage. Check that float switch is properly attached to tank. (5) Fittings. Inspect three fittings (5) for physical damage. Check that fittings are secured to fuel tank. Notify higher level of maintenance of leaky or damaged fittings. (6) Fuel Drain Valve. Inspect drain valve (9) for physical damage, Check that valve operates properly. If not, notify higher level of maintenance. (7) Filler Cap Assembly. Inspecl filler cap (8) for physical damage. Check that vent on underside of oap opens and doses easily. Ensure that vent on underside of filler cap is open before starting generator. 3-14. SHUTTER BOX ASSEMBLY. Do not operate unit if shutter assembly is not operating properly. (1) Shutter Assembly. Check shutter assembly with unit running under normal operating conditions. When engine is cold, shutter assembly should be fully closed. When engine warms up, shutter assembly should be fully open at 140°F (60°C) or above at full rated load. Make certain shutter assembly is free of dirt and oil which could cause shutters to stick. 3-10 Change 7