TM 55-1520-240-23-10
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ADJUST WINCH LIMIT SWITCHES
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INITIAL SETUP
Applicable Configurations:
All
Tools:
Aircraft Mechanic Tool Kit, NSN 5180-00-323-4692
Materials:
Lockwire (E231)
Marking Pencil (E271)
Sealant (E330)
Strap (E374)
Gloves, Wire Handling (E185)
Personnel Required:
Medium Helicopter Repairer (2)
Inspector
References:
TM 55-1520-240-T
Equipment Condition:
Battery Connected (Task 1-39)
Heater Compartment Acoustic Blanket Removed
(Task 2-208)
Stowage Container Removed (Task 14-19)
Electrical Power On
Hydraulic Power On
General Safety Instructions:
Proper adjustment of three limit
switches is needed for safe operation
of winch. Adjust switches very
carefully.
Wear wire handling gloves while
handling cable. Broken wires can
injure hands.
Sealant (E330) may irritate skin and
cause burns. Avoid contact with skin,
eyes, and clothing. In case of contact,
immediately flush skin or eyes with
water for at least 15 minutes. Get
medical attention for eyes.
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