TM 55-1520-240-23-4
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INBOARD RIB CLOSURE AND TIP SEAL MINOR REPAIR
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INITIAL SETUP
Applicable Configurations:
All
Tools:
Airframe Repairer’s Tool Kit, NSN 5180-00-323-4876
Rubber Spatula
Scissors
Sanding Block
Trip Balance, NSN 6670-00-401-7195
Vacuum Pump
Heat Lamp
Materials:
Acetone (E20)
Gloves (E186)
Sealant (E336)
Teflon Tape (E399)
Glass Cloth (E130)
Abrasive Paper (E7 and E9)
Adhesive (E43)
Fiberglass Cloth (E132)
Polyethylene Cup (E157)
Teflon-Impregnated Fabric (E170)
Methyl-Ethyl-Ketone (E244)
Peel Ply (E270)
Polyvinyl Sheet (E284)
Tape, Masking (E388)
Sealing Tape (E396)
Wood Spatula (E424)
Temperature Indicating Strips (E413)
Personnel Required:
Aircraft Structural Repairer
Inspector
Reference:
Task 5-73
Task 5-74
Equipment Condition:
Off Helicopter Task
General Safety Instructions:
Sealant (E336) can irritate skin and
cause burns. 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.
Acetone (E20) is extremely flammable.
It can be toxic. Avoid inhaling. Use
only with adequate ventilation. Avoid
contact with skin, eyes, or clothing.
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.
Adhesive used in the manufacturing of
some fiberglass rotor blades contain
asbestos. During blade repair, strict
adherence to all safety procedures
when working with asbestos must
be complied with (applies to blade
serial numbers A-1-0001 to 1465 and
A-2-0001 to 1473 only).
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