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. Failure to comply may result in death or injury to
personnel. Seek medical attention in the event of an injury.
Clear out all threaded holes with compressed air to remove dirt and cleaning fluids.
CAUTION
DO NOT wash oil seals, electrical cables, and flexible hoses with cleaning solvent or mineral
spirits. Serious damage or destruction of material will result. Failure to comply may result in
damage to, or destruction of, equipment or mission.
Oil Seals, Electrical Cables, and Flexible Hoses.
Wash electrical cables and flexible hoses with a solution of detergent and water and wipe dry.
Bearings.
Clean bearings in accordance with TM 9-214.
INSPECTION INSTRUCTIONS
NOTE
All damaged areas should be marked for repair or replacement.
All components and parts must be carefully checked to determine if they are serviceable, can be repaired, or must
be scrapped.
Inspect drilled and tapped (threaded) holes for the following:
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In or around holes-wear, distortion (stretching), cracks, and any other damage.
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Threaded areas-wear, distortion (stretching), and evidence of cross-threading.
Inspect metal lines, flexible lines (hoses), and metal fittings and connectors for the following:
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Metal lines-sharp kinks, cracks, bad bends, and dents.
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Flexible lines-fraying, evidence of leakage, and loose metal fittings or connectors.
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Metal fittings and connectors-thread damage and worn or rounded hex heads.
Inspect castings, forgings, and machined metal parts for the following:
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Machined surfaces-nicks, burrs, raised metal, wear, and other damage.
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Inner and outer surfaces-breaks and cracks.
Inspect fittings and connectors for leaks by coating fittings and connectors with solution of detergent and water. No
leakage is permissible.
Inspect bearings in accordance with TM 9-214.
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