TM 9-4110-255-14
5-3. ACCESS PANEL REPAIR.
This task covers:
Repair
INITIAL SETUP
Equipment Conditions:
Materials/Parts:
Adhesive, General Purpose
Access panel removed (para 4-16).
19, Appendix E
Wiping Rag
General Safety Instructions:
9, Appendix E
WARNING
Acetone
20, Appendix E
Methyl Ethyl Ketone
Acetone and methyl-ethyl ketone (MEK) are
21, Appendix E
flammable and their vapors can be explosive.
Gaskets (2)
Repeated or prolonged skin contact or
1, Figure F-3, Appendix F
inhalation of vapors can be toxic. Use in a
Gaskets (2)
well ventilated area, wear gloves, and keep
2, Figure F-3, Appendix F
away from sparks or flame.
Repair.
(1) Remove as much old gasket material (1) or (2) as possible by pulling or scraping it away from the access
panel (3). Soften and remove old adhesive and gasket residue, using acetone or methyl-ethyl ketone
(MEK) and a stiff brush.
(2) Be sure that the attaching surface of the access panel (3) is clean and free of paint and old adhesive
material.
(3) Coat the mating surfaces of the access panel (3) and gasket (1) or (2) with adhesive. Let both surfaces air
dry until adhesive is tacky, but will not stick to fingers. Starting with an end, carefully press gasket (1) or
(2) onto the access panel (3). Press firmly overall to ensure complete contact.
Figure 5-2. Access Panel
NOTE
FOLLOW-ON MAINTENANCE:
Install access panel (para 4-16).
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TM 9-4110-255-14
5-4. CONTROL PANEL REPAIR .
