TM 5-3805-280-10
OIL SEPARATOR ELEMENT
*Replace scavenge tube in cover (cover is still off of
tank).
The life of the oil separator element is dependent
upon the operating environment (soot, dust, etc.)
*Measure from bottom of cover
to end
of
and should be replaced every twelve months or
scavenge
tube
(See Fig. 2). Measurement
2000 hours. To replace the element proceed as
should be from
1/8" to 1/4"
less than the
follows:
element measurement. If
not, cut to size.
* Ensure the tank pressure is zero.
*Remove scavenge tube.
* Disconnect the hose from the scavenge tube.
*Reposition
cover (use care not to damage
* Remove scavenge tube from tank cover.
*Replace cover mounting screws:
gaskets).
tighten in a crisscross pattern to 100 lbs.-ft.
* Disconnect service line from cover.
*Reconnect service line. Replace scavenge tube.
* Remove (16) cover mounting screws.
Reconnect hose.
* Remove cover, element and inner shell.
*Close service valve. Start unit and look for leaks.
* Remove any gasket material left on cover or tank.
When replacing the element, the scavenge lines,
* Install new gasket, inner shell and new element.
orifice, filter, and check valve should be thoroughly
cleaned and the oil changed.
*Place a straightedge across top of element and
measure from bottom of straightedge to bottom of
Note:
Do
not
remove
staples
from
the
element (See Fig. 1).
element/gasket connection.
Figure No. 1 Element Measurement
Figure No. 2 Tube Measurement
cut line if necessary
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