GENERAL DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

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m. Air Actuated Internal Parts. Wipe air actuated internal parts clean with lint free cloth.

n. Externally Exposed Parts. Wash externally exposed parts with soap and water. Rinse thoroughly and air dry.

3-5. GENERAL DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

a. Always put together or take apart one part at a time. Do not work on two parts at the same time. Be sure to make all

adjustments. Always check your work when you are finished. Make sure everything is done.

b. Check the adjustments for the last time by operating the vehicle. If all adjustments are correct, the vehicle is ready to go

back to work.

3-6. INSPECTION INSTRUCTIONS

a. General. All components and parts must be carefully checked to determine if they are serviceable for reuse, if they

can be repaired, or if they must be scrapped.

b. Drilled and Tapped (Threaded) Holes.

(1)

Inspect for wear, distortion (stretching), cracks or any other damage in or around holes.

(2)

Inspect threaded areas for wear, distortion or evidence of cross-threading.

(3)

Mark all damaged areas for repair or replacement.

c. Metal Lines, Flexible Lines (Hoses) and Fittings.

(1)

Inspect lines for sharp kinks, cracks, bends or dents.

(2)

Inspect flexible lines for fraying, evidence of leakage or loose fittings or connectors.

(3)

Check all fittings and connectors for thread damage. Check for hex heads that are worn or rounded by poorly

fitting wrenches.

(4)

Mark all damaged material for repair or replacement.

d. Castings.

(1)

Inspect all ferrous and nonferrous castings for cracks using a magnifying glass and strong light.

(2)

Refer to MIL-I-6866, Inspection, Liquid Penetrant Methods, and MIL-I-6868, Inspection Process, Magnetic

Particles.

(3)

Particularly check areas around studs, pipe plugs, threaded inserts, and sharp corners. Replace all cracked

castings.

(4)

Inspect machined surfaces for nicks, burrs, or raised metal. Mark damaged areas for repair or replacement.

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