ELEMENT 0996429 - Caterpillar

Introduction
IntroductionThis Special Instruction provides instructional information on how to apply grease to the threads of ether cylinder assemblies. The application of the grease will aid in the prevention of corrosion to the ether valve Safety Information
Breathing ether vapors or repeated contact of ether with skin can cause personal injury. Personal injury may occur from failure to adhere to the following procedures.Use ether only in well ventilated areas.Do not smoke while changing ether cylinders.Use ether with care to avoid fires.Do not store replacement ether cylinders in living areas or in the operator's compartment.Do not store ether cylinders in direct sunlight or at temperatures above 49 °C (120 °F).Discard cylinders in a safe place. Do not puncture or burn cylinders.Keep ether cylinders out of the reach of unauthorized personnel.
Required Parts
Table 1
Lubricant for Threads on the Ether Cylinder    
347-9016     Water and Temperature Resistant Grease    
18.9 L (5 US gal)container    
347-9017     Water and Temperature Resistant Grease    
397 g (14 fluid ounce)    
Table 2
Ether Cylinder Assemblies    
7N-0296     Ether Cylinder As    
187-4851     Ether Cylinder As    
7X-1062     Ether Cylinder As    
187-4852     Ether Cylinder As    
130-8414     Ether Cylinder    Procedure
Illustration 1 g02402877
Before replacing any of the ether cylinders, multipurpose marine grease must be applied to the threads (1) on the ether cylinder only. Refer to Table 1 and Table 2. Note: Do not apply grease to the threads of the ether valve.