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4-97. FORDING PLATE REPLACEMENT (M348A2H) (Con't).
b.
CLEANING AND INSPECTION
WARNING
Dry cleaning solvent, P-D-680, is toxic and flammable. Always wear protective goggles
and gloves, and use only in a well-ventiiated 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-138F (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.
1.
Clean all parts with dry cleaning solvent and dry thoroughly. Ensure that bonding surfaces on fording plate for
gaskets are clean and dry.
Inspect fording plate for warpage and distortion. Straighten if necessary.
2.
Inspect all other parts for defects and damage. Replace defective and damaged parts.
3.
INSTALLATION
c.
1.
Use adhesive to install new bottom gasket (3) and two new side gaskets (1) on fording plate (5).
2.
install fording plate (5) on semitrailer using 17 screws (4) and nuts (2).
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