TM 55-1520-240-23-9
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INSTALL TUNNEL FORWARD CONNECTING LINKS
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13.
Without 38 , if connecting link (1) has been
repaired or replaced, position clamp (23) as
follows:
a.
Measure 6.2 inches from center of bolt
(10) in rod end to non-tapered surface on
connecting link (1).
b.
Remove finish from non-tapered surface of
link (1) with fine grit abrasive paper (E11).
Make sure finish only is removed. No metal
shall be removed.
c.
Position clamp (23) on link (1).
14.
Without 38 , install electrical lead (24), bolt (25),
two washers (26), and nut (27) on clamp (23).
15.
Without 38 , apply alodine (E65) on all bare
metal surfaces. Allow to dry thoroughly. Wear
gloves (E184.1).
16.
Without 38 , apply epoxy primer (E292.1) to all
bare surfaces coated with alodine (E65). Wear
gloves (E184.1).
INSPECT
17.
With 38 , clean inside diameter of clamp (23)
and clamp location on link. Use dry cleaning
solvent (E162). Wear gloves (E184.1).
NOTE
Clamp (23) is to be positioned on full
outer diameter of link. Not on taper
end.
18.
With 38 , position clamp (23) on end of full O.D.
of link (1).
19.
With 38 , install electrical lead (24), bolt (25), two
washers (26), and nut (27) on clamp (23).
20.
With 38 , seal clamp (23) edge around O.D. of
link with sealant (E342.1). Wear gloves (E184.1).
Allow sealant to air dry for a minimum of 6 hours
at 70º to 80ºF (21º to 27ºC).
FOLLOW-ON MAINTENANCE:
Connect servocylinder connecting links (Task
11-193).
Remove safety blocks (Task 11-29).
Perform neutral rig check (Task 11-33).
Perform functional check of tunnel controls (TM
55-1520-240-T).
Close tunnel access doors (Task 2-2).
END OF TASK
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