TM-5-5420-279-10
10.18.1 Coverage
10.18.1.1
This task covers:
a. Removal
b. Service/repair
c. Installation
Tools Required
Tool Kit, General Mechanic's, Automotive (GMTK).
Materials Required
None.
Equipment Conditions
A-frame deployed.
WARNING
HEAVY OBJECTS. THE LAUNCH FRAME GUARDS ARE HEAVY AND TWO PERSONNEL
ARE REQUIRED TO LIFT THEM.
NOTE
Two personnel are required to lift the guards from the launch vehicle. A further two
personnel will be required on the ground to receive the guards.
The upper winch guard and the top guard must be removed before the left and right hand
guards can be removed.
The front access panel on the Left hand and Right Hand Guards must be removed to gain
access to the front mounting bolts.
10.18.3 Removal
10.18.3.1
Remove the bolts (1), Nyloc nuts (3) and washers (2) securing the guards (4 through
9) to the launch frame.
10.18.3.2
Retain the bolts (1) and washers (2). Discard the Nyloc nuts (3).
10.18.3.3
Remove the guards.
