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TM 10-3930-659-34
2-17. HEAT SHRINKABLE TUBING.
Use heat shrinkable tubing (Item 56, Appendix B) to insulate soldered and crimped electrical connections as follows:
(1)
Cut desired length of new heat shrinkable tubing twice the diameter of the connection to be covered.
(2)
Slide heat shrinkable tubing onto the wire and out of the way before making electrical connection.
(3)
After making electrical connection, slide heat shrinkable tubing into place over electrical connection.
WARNING
DO NOT touch heat shrinkable tubing for at least 30 seconds after heating. Heat shrinkable tubing is hot
and will burn you.
(4)
Hold heat gun (Item 35, Appendix E) 4-5 in. (10.2-12.7 cm) away from heat shrinkable tubing and apply
heat for approximately 30 seconds. Stop applying heat as soon as heat shrinkable tubing forms to the shape of the
electrical connection.
2-18. ELECTRICAL GROUND POINTS.
Many electrical problems are the result of poor ground connections. You can ensure that ground connections are
good by performing the following steps:
WARNING
Although battery disconnect switch must be on and battery ground cable connected In order to test
electrical circuit voltage, turn off battery disconnect switch or disconnect battery ground cable before
performing resistance tests or replacing parts. This will prevent shock to personnel, and damage to parts
and equipment.
(1)
Remove hardware connecting ground cable terminal lug to ground point.
WARNING
Dry cleaning solvent, P-D-680, Is toxic and flammable. Always wear protective goggles and gloves, and
use only In a well-ventilated area. Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothes, and DO NOT breathe
vapors. DO NOT use near open flame or excessive heat. The solvents flash point is 1000F-1380F
(380C-590C). If you become dizzy while using cleaning solvent, immediately get fresh air and medical
help. If solvent contacts eyes, immediately wash your eyes and get medical aid.
(2)
Clean mounting hardware, ground cable terminal lugs, and ground point with dry cleaning solvent (Item 47,
Appendix B) and scrub brush (Item 5, Appendix B).
(3) Remove any rust with wire brush (Item 6, Appendix B) and crocus cloth (Item 8, Appendix
B).
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