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TM 5-5430-248-13&P
INSPECTION
1. Check all components of the shackle assembly. The cotter pin (Figure 3, Item 1) will need to be
replaced and the shackle shoulder bolt (Figure 3, Item 2) and shackle (Figure 3, Item 3) may
need to be replaced if the shackle is cracked or distorted or if the shoulder bolt does not screw
into the shackle.
2. Check adapter assemblies (Figure 3, Item 4) for damage to the threads. Replace if threads are
damaged.
3. Check the following parts for corrosion or damaged coated surfaces: bearing plate
(Figure 3, Item 6), swivel plate (Figure 3, Item 7), spacer plate (Figure 3, Item 8). Replace parts that show
corrosion or damaged coated surfaces.
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3
1
6
7
5
4
8
Figure 3. Components of the 500 gallon water drum to inspect.
4. Inspect three wire rope assemblies for corrosion, raised metal on ends, cable wires protruding
from cable assembly ends, snapped or broken wires. Replace wire rope assemblies if there is
any corrosion, raised metal on the ends, cable wires protruding from the ends, or snapped or
broken wires.
5. Check metal plate for damage to the threads and for raised metal and corrosion. Replace metal
plate if threads are damaged or if it has raised metal or corrosion.
6. Check drum body for tears or puncture holes. For temporary repair see (WP 0016 and
