TM 9-2330-371-14&P
INSPECTION INSTRUCTIONS CONTINUED
c. Check all metal fittings and connectors for thread damage, and check for hex heads
that are worn or "rounded" by poorly fitting wrenches.
d. Mark all damaged material for repair or replacement.
CASTINGS, FORGINGS, AND MACHINED METAL PARTS
a. Inspect machined surfaces for nicks, burrs, raised metal, wear, or any other damage.
b. Check all inner and outer surfaces for breaks or cracks.
c. Mark all damaged material for repair or replacement.
Refer to TM 9-214 for inspection instructions and defect analysis.
AIR LINES, FITTINGS, AND CONNECTIONS
Check for leaking fittings and connections by coating fittings and connections with soap solution. No
leakage is permissible.
REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS
NOTE
For accuracy, refer to the Source, Maintenance, and Recoverability codes (SMR)
assigned to support items listed in the maintenance Repair Parts and Special Tools Lists
Any repair procedure peculiar to a specific part or component is covered in the section or paragraph
relating to that item. After repair, clean all parts thoroughly to prevent dirt, metal chips, or other
foreign material from entering any working parts.
CASTINGS, FORGINGS, AND MACHINED METAL PARTS
a. Minor cracked castings or forgings may possibly be repaired. See your supervisor
and refer to TM 9-237.
b. Repair minor damage to machined surfaces with a fine mill file or crocus cloth
dipped in drycleaning solvent.
c. Machined surface deeply nicked which could affect the assembly operation should be
replaced. See your supervisor.
d. Minor damage to threaded capscrew holes should be repaired with thread tap of same
size, to prevent cutting oversize. See your supervisor.
METAL LINES, FLEXIBLE LINES (HOSES), AND METAL FITTINGS