TM-5-2350-377-14-P
ARMORED COMBAT EARTHMOVER (ACE), M9
TECHNICAL MANUAL; OPERATOR'S, UNIT, DIRECT SUPPORT, AND GENERAL SUPPORT MAINTENANCE MANUAL (INCLUDING REPAIR PARTS AND SPECIAL TOOLS LIST) SUPPORTING THE HYDRAULIC BLADE FOLDER-TRACK TENSIONER (HBF-TT)
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TM5-2350-377-14&P
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CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS - continued
(1) Clean all parts before inspection, after repair, and before assembly.
(2) Keep hands free of grease, which can collect dust, dirt, and grit.
(3) After cleaning, allparts should be covered or wrapped to protect them from dust and dirt. Parts that are subject
to rust should be lightly oiled.
b.
Steam Cleaning.
(1) Before steam cleaning exterior of trailer, protect all electrical equipment that could be damaged by
steam or moisture.
(2) Place disassembled parts in a suitable container to steam clean. Parts that are subject to rust should be dried
and lightly oiled after cleaning.
c.
Castings, Forgings, and Machined Metal Parts.
WARNING
Cleaning solvent (PF05) iscombustible. Wearprotective goggles andgloves; useonly
in a well-ventilated area; avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothes; and do not
breathe vapors. Keep away from heat or flame. Never smoke when using cleaning
solvent;theflashpointis144°F(62°C). Failuretofollowthiswarningmayresultininjury
or death to personnel. A fire extinguisher will be kept nearby when the solvent is
used.
(1) Clean inner and outer surfaces with cleaning solvent (Item 7, WP 0055 00).
(2) Remove grease and accumulated deposits with a stiff bristle brush.
WARNING
Compressed air used for cleaning or drying purposes, or for clearing restrictions,
should never exceed 30 psi (207 kPa).
Wear protective clothing (goggles/shield,
gloves, etc.) and use caution to avoid injury to personnel.
(3) Clear out all threaded holes with compressed air to remove dirt and cleaning fluids.
CAUTION
Do not wash oilseals, electrical cables, and flexible hoses with drycleaning solvent or mineral
spirits. Serious damage or destruction of material would result.
d.
OilSeals, Electrical Cables, andFlexible Hoses.
Washelectrical cables andflexible hoses withsolution ofwater
and dishwashing compound (Item 11, WP 0055 00) and wipe dry.
e.
Bearings.
Clean bearings in accordance with TM 9-214.
INSPECTIONINSTRUCTIONS
NOTE
All damaged areas should be marked for repair or replacement.
a.
Allcomponents andpartsmustbecarefullychecked todetermine iftheyareserviceable forreuse, can berepaired,
or must be scrapped.
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