TM 9-2330-371-14&P
WORK SAFETY - CONTINUED
Always use power tools carefully.
Observe all warnings and cautions.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Before beginning a task, find out how much repair, modification, or replacement is needed to fix the
equipment as described in this manual. Sometimes the reason for equipment failure can be seen
right away and complete teardown is not necessary. Disassemble equipment only as far as
necessary to repair or replace damaged or broken parts.
All tags and forms attached to the equipment must be checked to learn the reason for removal from
service. Also, check all Modification Work Orders (MWO) and Technical Bulletins (TB) for
equipment changes and updates.
In some cases a part may be damaged by removal. If the part appears to be good, and other parts
behind it are not defective, leave it on and continue the procedure.
1. Don't take out dowel pins or studs unless loose, bent, broken, or otherwise
damaged.
2. Don't pull out bearings or bushings unless damaged. If you must get at parts behind
them, pull out bearings or bushings carefully.
3. Replace all gaskets, seals, and O-rings.
CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS
GENERAL
a. The cleaning instructions will be the same for the majority of parts and components
which make up the semitrailer.
b. The importance of cleaning must be thoroughly understood by maintenance personnel.
Great care and effort are required in cleaning. Dirt and foreign material are a
constant threat to satisfactory maintenance. The following should apply to all
cleaning, inspection, repair, and assembly operations.
1. Clean all parts before inspection, after repair, and before assembly.
2. Hands should be kept free of any accumulation of grease, which can collect dust,
dirt, or grit.
3. After cleaning, all parts should be covered or wrapped to protect them from dust
and dirt. Parts which are subject to rust should be lightly oiled.
STEAM CLEANING
a. Protect all electrical equipment which could be damaged by the steam or moisture
before steam cleaning the exterior of the M270A1 semitrailer.
b. Place disassembled parts in a suitable container to steam clean.
