TM 5-3895-370-14&P
2-5. GENERAL PMCS PROCEDURES AND CONDITIONS.
The following describe general procedures and conditions that should be observed when performing PMCS. If any of the
components being inspected during the PMCS procedures show any sign of the conditions described in this paragraph,
report it on DA Form 2404 and notify unit maintenance.
WARNING
· Drycleaning solvent (P-D-680) is TOXIC and flammable. Wear protective goggles
and gloves; use only in a well-ventilated area; avoid contact with skin, eyes, and
clothes and do not breathe vapors. Keep away from heat or flame. Never smoke
when using solvent; the flash point for type I drycleaning solvent is 100°F (38°C)
and for type II is 140°F (60°C). Failure to do so may result in injury or death to
personnel. P-D-680 type III is a substitute for types I and II in this application.
The flash point for type III is 200°F (930C).
· Adhesives, solvents, and sealing compounds can burn easily, can give off
harmful vapors, and are harmful to skin and clothing. To avoid injury or death,
keep away from open fire and use in well-ventilated area. If adhesive, solvent, or
sealing compound gets on skin or clothing, wash immediately with soap and
water.
· If personnel become dizzy while using cleaning solvent, immediately get fresh air
and medical help. If solvent contacts skin or clothes, flush with cold water. If
solvent contacts eyes, immediately flush eyes with water and get immediate
medical attention.
a.
Cleanliness. Dirt, grease, oil, asphalt cement, and debris can cover and hide a serious problem. Use
drycleaning solvent (item 50, Appendix E) on all metal surfaces.
b.
Bolts. Nuts, and Screws. Check bolts, nuts, and screws for obvious looseness, or missing, bent, or broken
condition. Look for chipped paint, bare metal, or rust around bolt heads. If any part seems loose, notify unit maintenance.
c.
Welds. Look for loose paint, rust, or gaps where parts are welded together. If bad welds are found, notify unit
maintenance.
d.
Electric Wires and Connectors. Look for cracked or broken insulation, bare wires, and loose or broken
connectors. Tighten loose connectors and make sure wires are in good shape. If bad wires or connectors are found,
notify unit maintenance.
e.
Hydraulic Lines and Fittings. Look for wear, damage, and leaks and make sure clamps and fittings are tight.
Wet spots show leaks, and a stain around a connector or fitting can mean a leak. If a loose fitting or connector causes a
leak, tighten it.
f.
Damage. Damage is defined as any condition that affects the safety or renders the distributor unusable for
mission requirements.
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