Engine Fuel System; General; Fuel System Leaks - Superior Vantage Engine O-360 SERIES Maintenance Manual

General

Maintenance of the O-360 and IO-360 series
Vantage Engine fuel systems is limited to the
procedures in this section. It is recommended
that fuel pumps (if provided), carburetors and
fuel injections systems be replaced at engine
overhaul or a maximum of 2400 hours.
Overhaul of fuel pumps (if provided), carburetors
and fuel injections systems must be performed
by approved facilities.
Table 73-00-00.1 • List of Materials
Material
Thread lubricant
Loctite™ Hydraulic
Sealant
Abrasive cloth (crocus
cloth)
Fuel-soluble lubricant
Toluene AMS3180 or
equivalent FS TT-T-548
Methyl Ethyl Ketone
(MEK)
Isopropyl Alcohol
Acetone
Stoddard Solvent

Fuel System Leaks

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Check the fuel system threaded fittings for
leaks or damage. Check fuel pump for leaks
or damage.
WARNING: FUEL
FLAMMABLE. DO NOT BREATHE VAPORS.
USE A WELL-VENTILATED AREA FREE
FROM SPARKS,
SURFACES. PUT ON SPLASH GOGGLES,
SOLVENT-RESISTANT GLOVES AND OTHER
PROTECTIVE GEAR.
CONTACT, FLUSH WITH WATER FOR 15
MINUTES AND SEEK MEDICAL ATTENTION.
© March 2006 Superior Air Parts Inc.
Maintenance Manual
O-360 and IO-360 Series Engines

ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM

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IS TOXIC AND
FLAME OR HOT
IN CASE OF EYE
IN CASE OF SKIN CONTACT, WASH WITH
SOAP AND WATER.
CAUTION: WHEN REPLACING A FUEL LINE
OR FITTING,
LUBRICANTS SUCH AS CLEAN ENGINE OIL
OR LOCTITE® HYDRAULIC SEALANT ON
TAPERED THREADS.
OTHER FORM OF THREAD COMPOUND.
•
Inspect all fuel system fittings for leaks.
1) Tighten fittings if loose. Be sure threads
and seats of fittings are not damaged.
2) Remove
components.
components.
3) Replacement fittings should have only
soluble lubricants such as clean engine
oil, anti-seize or Loctite® Hydraulic
Sealant on tapered threads.
•
Inspect all fuel system plumbing for leaks.
1) Visually inspect all hard lines for
evidence of dents, chafing, abrasion, or
kinks. Pay special attention to solder
joints and to any clamps or clips.
2) Remove
components.
components. Hard fuel lines with dents
or cracks or having an inside bend
radius of less than 5/8 in. must be
replaced.
3) Replace any missing clamps or clamps
with deteriorated
Clamps or clips may be located to
provide clearance between the clamp or
line and any engine surface.
4) Inspect all replaced fuel lines to confirm
a minimum of 3/16 in. clearance from
any engine surface.
1
USE ONLY SOLUBLE
DO NOT USE ANY
and discard damaged
Replace with
and discard damaged
Replace with
cushion material.
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