TM 9-2330-359-14&P
4-50. REAR TWIST LOCK MAINTENANCE (M872A3).
This Task Covers:
a.
Removal
d.
Assembly
b.
Disassembly
e.
Installation
c. Cleaning and Inspection
Initial Setup:
Materials/Parts:
Tools/Test Equipment:
l Wire brush (Item 3, Appendix E)
l General mechanic’s tool kit
l Dry cleaning solvent (Item 12, Appendix E)
a . R E M O V A L
1.
Remove roll pin (10) and handle (11) from cone
(1).
2.
Remove groove pin (9) and collar (8) from cone
(1). Push up on rear twist lock and remove from
rear twist lock pocket (7).
b. DISASSEMBLY
Remove roll pin (6), washer (5), spring (4),
centering trunk (3), and locating
cone (1).
c.
CLEANING AND INSPECTION
WARNING
Dry cleaning solvent, P-D-680, is
trunk (2) from
toxic and
flammable. Always wear protective goggles
and gloves, and use only in a well-ventilated
area. Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and
clothes, and DO NOT breathe vapors. DO NOT
use near open flame or excessive heat. The
solvent’s flash point
is
100°F-138°F
(38°C-59°C). If you become dizzy while using
cleaning solvent, immediately get fresh air and
medical help. If solvent contacts eyes, immedi-
ately wash your eyes and get medical aid.
1.
Clean all parts with dry cleaning solvent. Remove
rust or corrosion with wire brush.
2.
Lubricate in accordance with Chapter 3, Section 1.
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