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16-8.3
INSTALL SUPPORT BEAM BUSHINGS
(Continued)
16-8.3
1.
Place two bushings (1) in a mixture of dry ice
(E92) and methanol (E243). Wear Kevlar gloves
(E187) and goggles. Allow bushings to cool.
Dry cleaning solvent (E162) is
flammable and toxic. It can irritate
skin and cause burns. Use only in
well-ventilated area, away from heat
and open flame. In case of contact,
immediately flush skin or eyes with
water for at least 15 minutes. Get
medical attention for eyes.
2.
Clean inside of bore (2). Use solvent (E162) and
clean cloths (E120). Wear gloves (E184.1).
Epoxy primer (E292) is flammable
and toxic. It can irritate skin and
cause burns. Use only with adequate
ventilation, away from heat or open
flame. Avoid contact with skin, eyes,
or clothing. In case of contact,
immediately flush skin or eyes with
water for at least 15 minutes. Get
medical attention for eyes.
NOTE
Bushings must be installed while
primer is wet.
3.
Coat inside of bore (2) with epoxy primer (E292).
Wear gloves (E184.1).
NOTE
Work quickly with chilled bushing.
Bushing must be installed before it
warms.
4.
Remove one bushing (1) from dry ice mixture.
Wear Kevlar gloves (E187) and goggles.
Bushing is Teflon coated. Careless
handling can damage Teflon.
5.
While primer is still wet, press bushing (1) into
bore (2). Use a wood, phenolic, or aluminum
block.
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