TM 5-5420-209-12Leakage Definitions:Class ISeepage of fluid (as indicated by wetness or discoloration) not great enough toform drops.Class II Leakage of fluid great enough to form drops but not enough to cause drops to dripfrom item being checked/Inspected.Class III Leakage of fluid great enough to form drops that fall from the item beingchecked/inspected.CAUTIONEquipment operation is allowable with minor leakage (Class I or II) of any fluid except fuel. Of course, con-sideration must be given to the fluid capacity in the item being checked/inspected. When in doubt, notifyyour supervisor.When operating with Class I or II leaks, continue to check fluid level more often than required in the PMCS.Parts without fluid will stop working and/or cause equipment damage.Class III leaks should be reported to your supervisor or Unit Maintennace.2-11. Painting. Touch-up ribbon bridge and its components as needed. Refer to TM 43-0139 for specific painting pro-cedures.CAUTIONInspect all associated components on each item for structural damage and proper installation.Incorrectly installed components may cause additional equipment damage.NOTEThis PMCS use the one-look format, beginning with the Roadside (Driver’s) mirror assem-bly, counter-clockwise, top to bottom.Inspect all components for corrosion (Rust). Corrosion accumulation will degrade component/equipment performance. Remove corrosion promptly.Refer to Section III and LO 5-5420-209-12 for lubrication of Ribbon Bridge items.Inspect all associated components on each item for structural damage and loose, broken or mis-sing hardware.Notify Unit Maintenance when noting any defect you are not authorized to correct.2-19
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