TM 9-2330-211-14&P
AXLE AND SHACKLE BOXES (Con't)
5-11.
ACTION
ITEM
LOCATION
REMARKS
Axle (10)
Two access
3.
Remove.
covers (13)
4.
Two access
Four bolts (14),
Using
in. socket, handle, and pipe, unscrew and
covers (5)
Iockwashers (2),
take off.
and nuts (3)
Two access
Remove.
Shackle box
5.
bracket (9)
covers (5) and
top linings (6)
Walking beams (1)
Axle (10)
a. Using hoist, raise until axle (10) can be rolled out
6.
from under walking beams (1).
b. Roll axle away from walking beams (1).
c. Lower walking beams (1) onto jacks.
DISASSEMBLY
Remove (para 4-25).
7.
Camshaft
Airbrake chamber
Remove (para 4-30).
8.
Two shackle
Four rubber strips
Take out.
9.
box brackets (9)
(7) and two
bottom linings (8)
10.
Axle (10)
Two shackle
a. Using torch outfit, cut off.
box brackets (9)
b. Remove axle (10) from jacks.
CLEANING
WARNING
Dry cleaning solvent P-D-680 iS 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
100F - 130F (38C - 59C). If you become dizzy while
using cleaning solvent, immediately get fresh air and
medical help. If solvent contacts eyes, immediately wash
your eyes and get medical aid.
Axle (10)
a. Clean with dry cleaning solvent and wire brush.
11.
b. Wipe dry with clean, dry rags.
INSPECTION AND REPLACEMENT
NOTE
Replace damaged or defective parts as needed.
Axle (10)
a. Check threaded ends for damage, burrs, distor-
12.
tion, and evidence of cross-threading.
b. Check bearing seat surfaces for scoring, galling,
nicks, raised metal, and discoloration caused by
heat.
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