MTU Detroit Diesel 183 Series Technical Publication page 581

Task Description
Inspection and repair
Clean all components.
If necessary, use the surface crack-testing method with red penetrant dye or fluorescent penetrant dye to check
channel plates for cracks; replace plates as necessary.
Check gaskets of channel plates for damage, replace plates as necessary.
Repair work may involve the manufacturer replacing the rubber, if necessary.
Check leak-off grooves (rubber profile) in gaskets for obstruction, recut with knife as necessary.
Replace gaskets as part of every W6 major overhaul.
Channel plate cleaning
20080/1 E 98-12
Mechanical cleaning
Clean channel plates with a soft brush and flowing
water.
Note:
Use only a soft brush to avoid damaging the plates and
sealing faces.
Cleaning with steam jet.
Take special care when using high-pressure jet.
Risk of injury!
Never direct water jet at humans, animals,
equipment or electric components.
Always wear protective clothing, protective gloves
and protective goggles/safety mask.
Maintain specified service pressure and minimum
spraying distance to avoid damaging plates and
gaskets. Observe operating instructions of equipment
manufacturer.
Remove deposits with H.P. spraying jet.
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