TM 5-5420-280-23&P
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS/PMCS
RAPIDLY EMPLACED BRIDGE (REB)
NSN 5420-01-481-3959 P/N 12480471
GENERAL MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
GENERAL MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
General maintenance instructions for cleaning, inspection, repair, assembly, and disassembly are
provided in this work package. Publications which provide additional information on general shop practice
techniques, preservation, welding, sheet metal work, etc. are listed in References. Refer to WP 0128 00.
CLEANING
a. General Instructions. Cleaning procedures will be the same for the majority of parts and
components which make up the REB subassemblies. General cleaning procedures are detailed in
steps b through l.
b. The Importance of Cleaning. Great care and effort are required in all cleaning operations. The
presence of dirt and foreign material is a constant threat to satisfactory equipment operation and
maintenance. The following instructions will apply to all cleaning operations:
WARNING
Improper cleaning methods and use of unauthorized cleaning solvents may
result in injury to personnel.
CAUTION
Keep all related parts and components together. Do not mix parts. Failure to
comply may result in damage to parts.
(1) Clean all parts before inspection, after repair, and before assembly.
(2) Hands must be kept free of any accumulation of grease which can collect dust and grit.
(3) After cleaning, all parts must be covered or wrapped in plastic or paper to protect them from
dust and/or dirt.
c. Disassembled Parts Cleaning.
(1) Place all disassembled parts in wire baskets for cleaning.
(2) Clean, dry, and cover all parts.
(3) All parts subject to rusting must be lightly oiled and wrapped.
(4) Place cleaned parts on racks to hold for inspection or repair.
WARNING
Skysol 100 mixture is combustible. Use mechanical ventilation whenever
product is used in a confined space, is heated above ambient temperatures, or
is agitated. DO NOT use or store near heat, sparks, flame, or other ignition
sources. Keep container sealed when not in use.
Contact with Skysol 100 may cause skin irritation. Use chemical resistant
gloves. In case of skin contact, remove any contaminated clothing and wash
skin thoroughly with soap and water. Wash contaminated clothing before
reuse. Eye contact may cause irritation, tearing, or blurring of vision. Use face
shield or goggles when eye contact may occur. In case of eye contact, flush
eyes with large amounts of water for at least fifteen (15) minutes or until
irritation subsides. Inhalation may cause irritation to upper respiratory
passages. DO NOT have food or drink in the vicinity. Failure to comply may
result in injury to personnel.
