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COMPONENT - A part or a combination of parts which together accomplish a function.
CONTAMINATION - To make impure by contact or mixture.
CORROSION - A gradual wearing away caused by
likely to corrode.
chemical action. Metals exposed to salt water are
CURING - To preserve by drying and/or heating.
D
DEFICIENT - Lacking an essential element; incomplete.
DETERIORATE - A worsening of condition usually as a result of age or hostile environment, as
opposed to mechanical damage.
F
FLASH POINT - The lowest temperature at which the vapors of a solvent will ignite and burn.
GASKET - A seal or packing
the escape of gas or fluid.
G
used between matched machine parts or around pipe joints to prevent
M
MALFUNCTION - Occurs when a unit fails to operate normally.
MANUALLY - By hand; employing human rather than mechanical energy.
MANUFACTURER - The company which makes an item or piece of equipment for sale.
MATERIEL – Equipment, apparatus, and supplies of an organization such as an army.
P
PIVOT - To rotate.
POTABLE - Suitable for drinking.
R
RECOMMENDATIONS - Suggestions for change; advice given usually to make an improvement.
REQUIRE - To demand or need.
s
SHACKLE - U-shaped fastening device secured by a bolt or pin through holes in the end of the
two arms.
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