LO-5-5420-202-13

M48A5 TANK CHASSIS AND M60A1 TANK CHASSIS

LUBRICATION ORDER

JANUARY 2011

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LO 5-5420-202-13
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NOTES:
WARNING
Cleaning Compound (MIL-PRF-680) is flammable and may cause
irritation to the eyes or skin. Use in well ventilated areas and keep
away from heat and open flames. Wear protective goggles, gloves,
and clothing. If compound comes in contact with eyes, flush
immediately with water. If compound comes in contact with skin, wash
with soap and water. Failure to comply may result in injury, illness or
death to personnel.
Compressed air used for cleaning purposes will not exceed 30 psi
(207 kPa). Use only with effective chip-guarding and personal
protective equipment (goggles/faceshield, gloves, etc.). Failure to
comply may result in injury to personnel.
12. COMPENSATING IDLER WHEEL BEARINGS AND ROADWHEEL BEARINGS. Clean
grease from seal assembly. Clean lubricant pressure relief fitting using a clean, lint-free, dry
cloth (MIL-C-40129). Check lubricating pressure relief fittings for proper operation. The
plunger-type fittings are checked by pulling up on the plunger. The plunger should move
freely. The ball-type fittings should be checked to ensure that the two relief ports are open. If
plunger does not move freely, or relief ports are not open (ball-type), remove and thoroughly
clean in cleaning compound (MIL-PRF-680). Dry with compressed air or lint-free cloth.
Verify that plunger or ball moves freely before installing fitting. Apply lubricant until it
appears at lubricant pressure relief fitting, No lubricant should appear at seal assembly.
Wipe off excess lubricant from relief fitting.
13. TOW CABLES. Clean cables with cleaning compound (MIL-PRF-680), and coat with
corrosion preventive compound (MIL-PRF-16173, Grade 1).


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