TM 55-1520-240-23-3
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ASSEMBLE FORWARD LANDING GEAR
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INITIAL SETUP
Applicable Configurations:
All
Tools:
Aircraft Mechanic’s Tool Kit, NSN 5180-00-323-4692
Tiedown Chain
Materials:
Lockwire (E231)
Personnel Required:
Medium Helicopter Repairer
Inspector
References:
Task 2-18
Task 3-12
Task 3-15
Task 3-26
Task 3-83
TM 55-1520-240-23P
Equipment Condition:
Off Helicopter Task
NOTE
Procedure is same for left and right
gear. Left gear is shown here.
If a replacement gear is being
installed, drain preservative fluid from
shock strut.
1.
Remove lockwire and filler plug (1). Turn shock
strut (2) upside down to drain fluid from strut.
2.
Install torque arm (3) (Task 3-18).
3.
Install two clamps (4) with nuts (5). Safety wire
nuts with lockwire (E231).
4.
Install both axles (6) (Task 3-15).
5.
Install both brakes (7) (Task 3-83).
6.
Install tube (8) in brake (7).
7.
Install both wheels (9) (Task 3-12).
8.
Install shackle (10) (Task 3-26).
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