TM 5-3895-370-14&P
5-69. MAIN FRAME REPAIR.
This task covers:
Repair
INITIAL SETUP
Tools
Equipment Condition
Tool kit, general mechanic's: equipment
TM or Para
Condition Description
maintenance and repair
Para 4-39
Fuel tank drained.
Para 4-84
Negative battery cable
Shop equipment, contact maintenance: truck
disconnected.
mounted
Special Environmental Conditions
References
Work in a well lighted and dry area.
TC 9-237, Welding Theory and Application
Repair.
WARNING
·
Unsafe welding practices can cause serious injury from fire, explosions, or
harmful agents. Allow only authorized personnel to weld or cut metals, and
follow safety precautions in TC 9-237. Protective goggles and clothing must be
worn; adequate protective equipment used, a suitable fire extinguisher kept
near by; and requirements of TC 9-237 strictly followed.
·
Disconnect negative battery cable before start of welding. Electrical shock
could occur causing injury or death to personnel.
(1)
Reweld damaged areas on frame in accordance with TC 9-237 weldment requirements for plain carbon steel.
Class 1, Type 4 instructions apply.
(2)
Inspect for and clean corroded areas.
(3)
Replace all bent or damaged frame members using conventional repair methods.
NOTE
Follow-on maintenance:
·
Connect negative battery cables (para 4-84).
·
Fill fuel tank (para 4-39).
END OF TASK
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