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PALLETIZED LOAD SYSTEM TRAILER (PLST) M1076 A1

TECHNICAL MANUAL; FIELD MANUAL

OCTOBER 2012

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FASTENER TIGHTENING SEQUENCE PROCEDURE - Continued

Figure 5.

Fastener Tightening Sequence.

NOTE

When one or more screws are loose, check torque for all bolts on the component.

b.

Repeat the sequence a second time until 100 percent of the final torque value has been reached for each

nut.

2.

Checking Torque.

Tighten nuts in a criss-cross pattern using a torque wrench. Apply 100 percent of the final torque value.

END OF TASK

PIPE THREAD TIGHTENING PROCEDURE

WARNING

Adhesives, solvents, and sealing compounds can burn easily, can give off harmful vapors,

and are harmful to skin and clothing. Keep away from open fire and use in well-ventilated

area. If adhesive, solvent, or sealing compound gets on skin or clothing, wash immediately

with soap and water. Failure to comply may result in injury or death to personnel.

CAUTION

Use sealing compound sparingly and only on male threads. Do not apply compound on first

two threads to avoid contamination of system from compound. Do not apply compound to

hose connections or fittings with preformed packing. Damage to equipment may result.

1.

Coat threads of male fitting with sealing compound, sealant, or adhesive as indicated in each maintenance

task.

2.

Position male fitting on female fitting finger tight.

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