TM 9-4120-371-14
(2) Soften and remove old adhesive and gasket residue, using acetone or methyl-ethyl ketone (MEK)
and a stiff brush.
(3) Coat the mating surfaces of the metal and gasket with adhesive, Let both surfaces air dry until the
adhesive is tacky but will not stick to fingers.
NOTE
An initial supply of adhesive is supplied as item 3, Section 11, Expendable Supplies
(4) Starting with an end, carefully attach the gasket to the metal. Press into firm contact all over.
5-31 . BLAST DAMPER AND
FRESH AIR COVER
These parts are supplied only when specified on air conditioner ordering data.
NOTE
This paragraph is applicable only when the accessory blast damper and fresh air
covers have been ordered and are installed on the air conditioners.
Spring Balance Assembly
Special tool:
Part Number (97403) 13226E0900
The blast damper is designed to close and keep contaminated air from being drawn in through the fresh air
intake after a distant nuclear blast shock wave. It may also close if wind gusts go above 79 mph.