TM 5-5420-203-14
HYDRAULIC CYLINDER REPLACEMENT (Sheet 1 of 3)
TOOLS/EQUIPMENT
General Mechanics Tool Box SC5180-90-N26
Lifting Device (2000 lb capacity)
Sling, Multiple Leg
SUPPLIES
None.
EQUIPMENT CONDITIONS:
None.
PERSONNEL:
REMOVAL
REMOVE HYDRAULIC CYLINDER (5).
a. Support equalizer plate (1) to keep it from
falling. Remove cotter key (2) from equalizer
plate pin (3). Remove pin (3) securing rod
end (4) of cylinder (5) to equalizer plate (1).
FRH hydraulic fluid may contain Tricresyl
Phosphate (TCP) which, if taken internally,
can cause paralysis.Hydraulic fluid may be
absorbed through the skin. If hydraulic fluid
gets on skin, wash with soap and water as
soon as possible.
b. Release hydraulic pressure by turning
manual hydraulic bleed valves (6) and
(7) located within the protective
housings (8) on both ends of hydraulic
cylinder (5).
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