TM 5-5420-228-24
GENERAL MAINTENANCE (Sheet 6 of 33)
Cleaning Threads and Nuts (Sheet 1 of 1)
TOOLS:
Wire brush
1/4 in. paint brush
Hand oiler
SUPPLIES:
WARNING
Dry cleaning solvent P-D-680 is toxic and flammable. To prevent
personal injury, wear protective goggles and gloves and use only in a
well-ventilated area. Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothes and
don't breathe vapors. Do not use near open flame or excessive heat.
The flash point for Type #1 Dry Cleaning Solvent is 100F (38C)
and for Type #2 is 138F (50C). If you become dizzy while using
cleaning solvent, get fresh air immediately and get medical aid. If
c o n t a c t with eyes is made, wash your eyes with water and get
medical aid immediately.
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)
3.
and nut (B). Let oil seep between threads
(A) and nut (B).
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