TM 55-1680-320-23 & P
2-57. CABLE HOOK ASSEMBLY - REPAIR (cont)
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2. Cleaning.
Use solvent in a well ventilated area.
Avoid prolonged breathing of fume.
Keep away from open flame. Use
approved safety equipment.
Use approved personnel protective
equipment (goggles / face shield)
when using compressed air. Air
pressure is restricted to a maximum
of 35 psi.
Do not direct airstream
towards self or other personnel as
injury may occur.
Do not allow parts to remain in
cleaning solvent for extended periods
of time or rust spots may form. If
parts are not to be inspected
immediately after cleaning, dip them
in preservating oil.
Wash components in solvent and rinse thoroughly.
Dry using compressed air.
3. Inspection
a.
b.
c.
d.
Inspect all parts for nicks, cracks, scratches
and gouges (refer to Task 2-11).
Inspect for corrosion.
Inspect all threaded parts for crossed, stripped
and damaged threads.
Inspect bearing for cracks and scoring in bear-
ing races. Bearing must rotate smoothly with
no noise, binding, or excessive axial or radial
play.
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