TM 9-2350-358-BD
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MECHANICAL CABLE, BROKEN - CONTINUED
Procedural Steps:
NOTE
Ensure length of cable and splices will not restrict the operational
range of cable travel.
1.
Splice repair braided wire and broken cable with two nicropress sleeves.
2.
Swage sleeves on cables and wire with installation tool, vise, or hammer.
3
Repeat steps 1 and 2 for other end of broken cable.
4.
Adjust cable to proper tension, if possible.
5.
Record BDAR action taken.
When mission is complete, as soon as practical, repair the equipment/system using
standard maintenance procedures.
Option 4
Limitations:
None
Personnel/Time Required:
•
1 soldier
•
1.5 hours
Materials/Tools:
•
Wire, braided (scavenge from available source)
•
Rope or wire (scavenge from available source)
Procedural Steps:
1.
Replace damaged cable with 5 to 7 strands of braided wire, common wire, or rope where cable function.
2.
Record BDAR action taken.
When mission is complete, as soon as practical, repair the equipment/system using
standard maintenance procedures.
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