ARMY TM 5-5420-212-10-1
MARINE CORPS TM 08676A-10/1-1
8-10 LAUNCHING NOSE CROSS GIRDER (Pins and Chains)
This task covers:
a.
Removal
b.
Service/Repair
c.
Installation
INITIAL SETUP:
Tools Required
7/16 AF Open end wrench
8 inch pliers
6 inch flat file
6 inch screwdriver
Materials Required
Clean cloths
Lubricating oil (2, Appendix D)
Equipment Conditions
Chain and pin attached to component.
a.
Removal
(1)
Remove locknut (1) from bolt (2), collecting washer (3), using open end wrench then remove chain (4)
and bolt (2) from cross girder (5).
(2)
Straighten prongs of cotter pin (6) with pliers and screwdriver then remove cotter pin from captive pin
(7).
(3)
Open prongs of cotter pin (6) then remove cotter pin from chain link (4).
b.
Service/Repair
(1)
Clean components with an oil soaked cloth, then dry with a clean, dry cloth.
(2)
inspect components for breaks, cracks, corrosion and other damage.
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