TM 55-1520-228-BD
FUEL SYSTEMS
Figure 12-3.
Mixing Instruction for Sealant Cartridges
6.
Apply adhesive to the wound opening
for a least 1-1/2 inches around the
damaged area or enough to accept the
patch cut in step 4 (above).
7.
Apply and smooth out in the applied
adhesive a solvent soaked fabric patch to
the damaged area.
Apply adhesive if
required to seal the patch to the tank,
and smooth out the surface.
CAUTION
The patch will tend to slip when
applying additional adhesive and
smoothing.
Be sure to recenter
the patch.
8.
Maintain the patch position until
the adhesive sufficiently sets (approx.
30 min).
(NOTE: Allow the adhesive to
cure for two hours before refueling.)
9.
Tighten drain valve and install
cover plate.
10.
Refuel the aircraft.
11.
Record BDAR action taken. When .
mission is complete, as soon as
practical, repair the equipment/system
using standard maintenance procedures.
OPTION 3: Flat Panel Repair (One Plane).
LIMITATIONS:
Inspect after every flight.
PERSONNEL/TIME REQUIRED:
. 1 Soldier
. 3 Hours
MATERIALS/TOOLS REQUIRED:
. Knife or Scissors
. Solvent, 1-1-1 Trichloroethane or
Equivalent (item 59, Appx C)
. Abrasive Cloth (item 1, Appx C)
. Repair Fabric
. Adhesive (item 3. Appx C)
. Plastic Cup or Other Small Container
. Rubber Plug Kit
PROCEDURAL STEPS:
1.
Defuel the aircraft. Refer to
option 1, step 1.
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