2.4 Operating Instructions
TM 5-6630-218-10
for API Gravity Tests
Testing for specific or API gravity and relative density is necessary to
control the quality and volume levels of the fuel. The measurement of fuel
temperature is also required to minimize volume correction errors. The testing
methodology outlined in this section is in accordance with ASTM Standard
D 1298 - 85
This section contains information on the required equipment and
expendable needed to perform the tests and the test operating procedures.
2.4.1 Required Equipment and Expendable (See Figure 1.1, page 1-5
Aviation Fuel Contaminant Test Kit Loading Plan)
Equipment List
Find No:
Desc ription
NSN/(CAG E)P/N
10
Bottle, Narrow Mouth, PVC 850,
6630-01-232-9537
Graduated 1,000 Milliliter Capacity,
with Screw Cap
13
Valve, Quick-Release, Female with
6630-00-009-1423
Plug and Chain
1
6
Wrench, Crescent, Adjustable, 8 inch
(08071) 008606P
18
Sampler Valve Hose Assembly,
6630-00-999-0753
with Three-Way Valve
Cylinder, Hydrometer Test, 250 Milliliters (08071) XX6403709
28
Wire, Grounding with Clamps
(08071) 15043
36
Expendables
Find No:
Description
List
NSN/(CAG E)P/N
27
Teflon Tape, Anti-Seize, 1/2 inch x
8030-00-889-3535
260 inch, for sealing threads
5-gallon Receptacle, for fuel collection
as site specified
and drainage
Paper Towels, for blotting
as site specified
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