TM  10-3930-643-34 GENERAL  SUPPORT  TRANSMISSION  MAINTENANCE.  (cont) 15-4. First Gear Assembly. (Sheet 2 of 7) DISASSEMBLY  (cont) 3. Using two “C” clamps, depress plate (4). 4. Using retaining ring pliers, remove and discard retaining ring (3). 5. Remove “C” clamps from plate (4). 6. Remove plate (4). Wave springs are thin and have sharp edges. Use  care  when handling them to avoid cutting hands and fingers. and avoid Use care when removing handling  clutch  plates  to nicking and scratching friction surfaces. 7. Remove 15 plates (5), 14 plates (6) and 28 wave springs (7) from housing (9). Discard 28 wave springs (7). Go to sheet 3 15-50