TM 5-5420-209-12
NOTE
This PMCS use the one-look format, beginning with the Roadside Bow Ponton as viewed
from the rear of bay with unfolding cables, clockwise.
During PMCS, ensure that ALL components and assemblies are correctly installed. Incorrect
installation may cause additional equipment damage or failure.
When checking or inspecting an item, also inspect all associated components for structural dam-
age and loose, broken or missing hardware.
Remove rust and accumulated corrosion during PMCS. Corrosion not removed promptly will
degrade equipment performance.
Table 4-2. Unit Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (PMCS) for the Ramp Bay.
Location
Item
Interval
Item To Be Inspected
Equipment Is Not
Item to
Procedure
Service/Check
Ready/Available If
NOTE
To effectively perform the
following steps, bay should be
down loaded from transporter.
NOTE
Receptacle, when properly
adjusted, will allow latch to
seat snugly in strike catches.
1
Weekly
Bridge Latch
Ensure latch is adjusted properly.
Receptacle
Inspect brackets, shims and strike catches for
Broken welds, binding or
cracks, broken welds, binding and
deformation prevents
deformation.
engaging latch noted.
2
Weekly
Tie Down Pin
Check wear cap for cracks and that cap
Broken welds noted or
and Wear Cap
rotates freely.
erosion of surface area
Inspect pin weld seams for broken welds.
prevents securing bay to
Inspect pin for erosion of pin surface.
transporter.
3
Weekly
Skin Surface
Inspect surface area for punctures, holes and
Any damage which allow
dents exposing interior ribs.
water into bay interior (If
in doubt, perform soap
bubble test).
Inspect seams for cracked/broken welds.
Cracked/broken welds
noted.
4
Weekly
Tie Down Pin
Check wear cap for cracks and that cap
Broken welds noted or
and Wear Cap
rotates freely.
erosion of surface area
Inspect pin weld seams for broken welds.
prevents securing bay to
transporter.
Inspect pin for erosion of pin surface.
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