TM 9-2330-227-14&P
S e c t i o n V. WHEEL M A I N T E N A N C E
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Brakedrum Repair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
BRAKEDRUM REPAIR
This task covers:
INITIAL SETUP
Materials/Parts
Tools
Solvent, drycleaning, PD-680 (item 18,
Lathe, brakedrum
Personnel Required
Socket, 3/8-inch drive, 5/8-inch
One
Wrench, open-end, 1-inch
Materials/Parts
Equipment Condition
ACTION
ITEM
REMARKS
LOCATION
REPAIR
WARNING
Drycleaning solvent PD-680 is both toxic and flammable. Avoid prolonged breathing of
vapors and avoid skin contact. Use only in well-ventilated area, and keep away from
open flame. Injury to personnel could occur.
a.
Brakedrum (1)
Wash thoroughly with drycleaning
solvent.
b. Allow to air dry.
Do not use compressed air.
Braking
Check for heat checking, scoring,
Brakedrum (1)
warpage, or cracks.
surface (2)
Cracked drums must be replaced.
Do not weld.