Detroit Diesel — Unless it is known otherwise, treat all gasket material as though it contains asbestos.

A Detroit Diesel service procedure — check it applies to your exact model before use.

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Procedure

1. Unless it is known otherwise, treat all gasket material as though it contains asbestos.
2. When cutting strips or blocks from sheets (blanking), hand cut with scissors, knife, or paper cutter. Avoid creating dust.
3. Form outside dimensions with a punch die, or hand cut with scissors, knife or compass.
4. For internal hubs, use a punch die, hand cut with scissors, knife or compass, or punch by hand with a ball-peen hammer or ball bearing. All information subject to change without notice. 6SE379 0303 Copyright © 2003 DETROIT DIESEL CORPORATION 27 SERIES 92 SERVICE MANUAL
5. When stripping gaskets from parts, do not grind or file off the material or abrade it off with a wire brush or wheel. Use a putty knife to remove the gasket after it has been wetted with water or oil.
6. After fabricating or altering a gasket, clean the area to remove any particles that may have been generated. This should be done by wiping the area with a rag wetted with water or a water-based detergent. If large areas need to be cleaned, remove gasket dust and debris using an "HEPA" (High Efficiency Particulate Arrestor) vacuum cleaner. Do not clean the area by blowing with compressed air or brushing. Place the rags containing the waste and any scrap gasket material in an impervious container labeled with the OSHA (Occupational Health and Safety Administration) designated caution, and dispose of it in a solid waste disposal facility (land fill) that will accept asbestos material. Heavy plastic garbage bags (6 mils thick), each sealed separately, or other closed and impermeable container may be used. ENGLISH TO METRIC CONVERSION Listed in Table 2 are the English to metric conversions. Multiply Length By To get equivalent number of: Inch (in.)

Source: manual:92workshop-manual.pdf. Figures and steps are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.