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27.
Clean erosion cap (3) as follows:
a.
Clean erosion cap (3). Use metal conditioner
(E242) mixed with three parts of water. Wipe
mixture on cap. Use cloth (E120).
b.
Wipe mixture with cloth (E120) damp with
water.
c.
Dry cap (3). Use cloth (E120).
27.1. Determine the finish system used on the rotor
blade (TM 55-1500-344-23).
a.
For rotor blades (Without 59 ) proceed to
step 28.
b.
For rotor blades (With 59 ) proceed to Task
2-350.1.
WARNING
Epoxy primer (E293) 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.
28.
Apply thin mist coat of epoxy primer (E293) to
cap (3). Wear gloves (E184.1). Air dry 1 hour.
WARNING
Lacquer (E215) is extremely
flammable. It can be toxic. Keep away
from heat, sparks, or open flame. In
case of contact, immediately flush
skin or eyes with water for at least
15 minutes. Get medical attention
for eyes.
Thinner (E415) is combustible and
toxic. It can irritate skin and cause
burns. Use only with adequate
ventilation, away from open flame. In
case of contact, immediately flush
skin or eyes with water for at least
15 minutes. Get medical attention
for eyes.
29.
Thin flat black lacquer (E215). Use thinner
(E415). Follow manufacturer’s instructions. Wear
gloves (E184.1). Apply two coats. Allow to dry
45 minutes between coats.
NOTE
Apply lacquer (E215) within 2 hours
after primer (E293) is applied.
INSPECT
FOLLOW-ON MAINTENANCE:
Refer to TM 1-6625-724-13&P for tracking and
balancing procedures.
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