TM 55-1520-240-23-8
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REPAIR FUEL CELL EXTERIOR PLIES
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INITIAL SETUP
Applicable Configurations:
All
Tools:
Portable Drill, Pneumatic, NSN 5130-00-293-1978
Abrasive Arbor, 1/4 Drive, 1 Inch Diameter, 1 Inch
Long, Dunmore Model R421003 or Equivalent
Materials:
Cloths (E120)
Methyl-Ethyl-Ketone (E244)
Scotch-Brite (E2)
Repair Cement — 2 Part Set (E63.2)
Wooden Tongue Depressor (E424)
Repair Fabric (E170.1)
Gloves (E184.1 and E186)
Personnel Required:
Aircraft Structural Repairer
Inspector
References:
None
Equipment Condition:
As Required
General Safety Instructions:
Methyl-ethyl-ketone (E244) and repair
cement (E63.2) and its components
are flammable and toxic. They 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.
1.
Repair hole damage, cuts, tears, and snags that
penetrate outer coating and one or more exterior
plies.
a.
Trim away loose, damaged or blistered outer
coating edges.
a.1.
Clean damaged area using a clean cloth
dampened with MEK (E244). Wear gloves
(E184.1).
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