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(2) Inspect threaded areas for wear, distortion or evidence of cross-threading.
(3) Mark all damaged areas for repair or replacement.
c.
Metal Lines, Flexible Lines (Hoses) and Metal Fittings.
(1) Inspect metal lines for sharp kinks, cracks, bends or dents.
(2) Inspect flexible lines for fraying, evidence of leakage or loose metal
fittings or connectors.
Check for hex
(3) Check all metal fittings and connectors for thread damage.
heads that are worn or rounded by poorly fitting wrenches.
(4) Mark all damaged material for repair or replacement.
d.
Castings, Forgings and Machined Metal Parts.
(1) Inspect machined surfaces for nicks, burrs, raised metal, wear or any other
damage.
(2) Check all inner and outer surfaces for breaks and cracks.
(3) Mark all damaged material for repair or replacement.
Refer to TM 9-214 for inspection instructions and defect analysis.
e.
f. Air Lines, Fittings and Connections. Check for leaking fittings and
connections by coating fittings and connections with soap solution. No leakage is
permissible.
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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
manual.
a. General. 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.
b.
Castings, Forgings and Machined Metal Parts.
(1) Minor cracked castings or forgings may possibly be repaired. See your
supervisor and refer to TM 9-237.
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