TM 55-1520-240-23-4
5-2
PREPARE ROTARY-WING HEADS FOR SHIPMENT OR STORAGE
5-2
INITIAL SETUP
Applicable Configurations:
All
Tools:
Aircraft Mechanic’s Tool Kit, NSN 5180-00-323-4692
Rotor Head Lifting Device (T30)
Rotary-Wing Head Shipping Container (T73)
Hoist
Low Pressure Air Supply
Materials:
Lubricating Oil (E254)
Solvent (E162)
Cloths (E120)
Corrosion-Preventive Compound (E153)
Desiccant (E160) (Six 16 Unit Bags)
Barrier Material (E80)
Foam (E181)
Tape (E395)
Boxes (E82)
Gloves (E186)
Personnel Required:
Medium Helicopter Repairer (2)
Equipment Condition:
Rotary-Wing Head Mounted on Handling Adapter
(T13) (Task 5-3)
Vertical Hinge Pin and Nuts Removed from Head
(Task 5-64)
General Safety Instructions:
Solvent (E162) and
corrosion-preventive compound
(E153) are flammable and toxic. They
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.
Be careful when releasing air under
pressure; wear goggles. Personal
injury can result.
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