TM 9-2350-238-10AIR FILTERS–CONTINUEDFILTER BAG CLEANING–CONTINUEDAlways wear protective gogglesand stand upwind of blast whenusing compressed air.2 Use compressed air to remove dust fromfilter. Insert hose nozzle into each pocketand blow dust out. A maximum linepressure of 100 psi (690 kPa) and a 1/8in. (0.3 cm) internal diameter nozzle arerecommended for cleaning with com-pressed air.WET AIR FILTERS AND HULL COMPARTMENTThe following procedures should be followedif air filters and hull compartment become wetfrom fording or washing of vehicle.1 Remove air filters by following the pro-cedure on page 3-42.Do not use steam to clean filterbag. Maximum temperaturemust not exceed 212°F(100°C).2 Wash filters with hot or cold water orwater and a nonsudsing detergent.INSTALLATIONIncorrect installation can causemisalignment of rubber cap anddamage to filter basket and ac-cess door latch.Do not use steam to clean filterbag. Maximum temperaturemust not exceed 212 ‘F(1OO°C).3 Wash filter with hot or cold water orwater and a nonsudsing detergent. Hangfilter bag to dry with rubber cap end in ahorizontal position.3 Hang filter bag to dry with rubber capend of bag in a horizontal position.4 Clean and dry air filter hull compartmentwith clean rags and low pressure com-pressed air.5 Check air filter access door seals fornicks or tears. Report any damage tounit maintenance personnel.6 Install air filters using followingprocedure.1 Install air filter bag (1 ) in basket and fitfilter bag rubber cap firmly around rim ofbasket.3-44
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