MACHINE GUN SUPPORT ASSEMBLY: REMOVAL, DISASSEMBLY, ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION (CONTINUED)
C
Remove quick-release pin (6), chain (7), and connecting link (8).
D Install lock (12) on right-hand side of support (16). Position
spring (11) to engage slotted end of lock (12). Anchor tang of
D Remove and discard cotter pin (9).
spring (11) on spring pin (15).
E Remove cover (10), spring (11) and lock (12).
E
Check travel of lock handle (12). Spring load should cause lock
(12) to partially close pintle hole in support (16). One-finger
F
Remove S-hook (13), chain (7) and quick-release pin (6) from con-
pressure to rotate lock (12) should fully open pintle hole.
netting link (8).
F
Install cover (10) over spring (11) with new cotter pin (9).
G Drive out spring pins (14) using punch and hammer. Discard
spring pins.
G Install connecting link (8) in support (16) with straight pin (5).
Secure straight pin (5) and two new cotter pins (4).
H Drive out spring pin (15) using punch and hammer. Discard
spring pin.
H Secure connecting link (8) with quick-release pin (6).
ASSEMBLY
INSTALLATION
A Install new spring pin (15) in support (16).
Install support assembly (2) on commander’s cupola (3) with six
screws (l).
B Install two new spring pins (14).
C Install S-hook (13), chain (7) and quick-release pin (6) on con-
necting link (8).
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