TM 9-4940-568-34
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7-7. CAMSHAFT AND VALVE TAPPETS REPLACEMENT (CONT).
b.
Cleaning/Inspection.
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.
(1)
Clean camshaft and camshaft gear with
drycleaning solvent.
Compressed air used for cleaning
purposes will not exceed 30 psi
(207 kPa). Use only with
effective chip guarding and
personal protective equipment
(goggles/shield, gloves, etc.) or
injury to personnel may result.
(2)
Dry camshaft and camshaft gear with
compressed air.
(3)
Inspect the socket, stern and tappet face for
excessive wear, cracks and other damage.
(A) = Normal Contact (exaggerated).
(B) and (C) = Irregular Contact: Do not reuse.