Figure 8-9. Interior of lower section of engine container.

discard if permanently deformed. Check

section of the container (fig. 8-9) for cracked

h u m i d i t y indicator (fig. 8-7) and discard if pink

m o u n t i n g flanges, bent or stripped studs. Inspect

d i s c o l o r a t i o n is evident. Pressure test relief valve

vibration damper mounts for cracks, tears or

to be sure valve functions properly. Apply a soap

separation o f b o n d i n g b e t w e e n m e t a l a n d

s o l u t i o n to the valve and replace any valve that

rubber. Inspect container skids for splits or

does not open with a gage reading of seven to ten

c r a c k s . Minor checks and dents are acceptable if

serviceable is not affected. Check the gaskets and

psi.

F i g u r e 8-9. Interior of lower section of engine container.

c. Repair.

distortions in flanges that would affect proper

alinement.

(1) Straighten all dents which would in-

terfere w i t h r e q u i r e d clearance,

i.e., ap-

(3) Replace broken mounting brackets or

r e p a i r cracks by welding. Remove weld splatter.

proximately three to four inches of clearance

(4) Replace vibration damper mounts if

between component and inside surface of

there is evidence of cracks, tears, or separation of

c o n t a i n e r . Weld all cracks and defective welding.

bonding between metal and rubber. Do not use

Remove weld splatter.

mounts over five years old unless a represen-

(2) Straighten or repair bends and

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