TM 5-5420-202-20-4
GENERAL MAINTENANCE (Sheet 6 of 33)
Cleaning Threads and Nuts (Sheet 1 of 1)
Wire brush
TOOLS:
1/4 in. paint brush
Hand oiler
Dry cleaning solvent (Item 55, Appendix D)
SUPPLIES:
Penetrating oil (Item 43, Appendix D)
Rubber gloves
WARNING
Use only in well
Cleaning agent specified is flammable.
ventilated areas. Keep away from flames, sparks, or heat. Do
not smoke while using. Prevent contact with eyes, mouth,
and/or skin. Wear rubber gloves when performing cleaning
1.
Wearing gloves, use dry cleaning solvent
and brush to clean threads (A) and nut (B).
2.
Using wire brush, clean threads (A)
and nut (B). Make sure all traces of
rust and dirt are removed.
Using penetrating oil, lube threads (A)
and nut (B). Let oil seep between threads
(A) and nut (B).
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