TM 9-2350-277-34
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE CHECKS AND SERVICES (PMCS), INCLUDING
LUBRICATION INSTRUCTIONS — Continued
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a)
Use grinding equipment marked. FOR MAGNESIUM GRINDING ONLY
b)
Use a suitable coolant when grinding magnesium to keep temperatures below ignition point.
c)
Keep tools used on magnesium sharp.
d)
Keep a Class D fire extinguisher nearby for use on magnesium fires.
e)
Wear outer clothing of fire retardant cloth or leather. Brush clothing often to remove magnesium particles.
f)
Clean work area often. Do not let magnesium particles build up.
g)
Dispose of magnesium chips and filings according to regulations.
WARNING
Fuel fumes can explode and burn you. Before welding: Drain all fuel. Disconnect and cap all
fuel and vent lines. Purge fuel residue and fumes by steam cleaning. Purge air from fuel tank
with CO2.
e.
FUEL TANKS
1)
You must observe all safety precautions when working with fuel or fuel lines.
WARNING
Do not weld on plastic molding material parts. Welding on plastic molding material parts
creates toxic fumes. Fumes are hazardous to your health and can result in death.
f.
PLASTIC MOLDING MATERIAL PARTS. The following is a list of plastic molding material parts and their
location on the carrier:
1)
Driver’s power plant compartment access panel.
2)
Power plant rear compartment access panel.
3)
Driver’s seat upholstered backrest.
4)
Trim vane rear pod.
5)
Trim vane front pod.
6)
All armor.
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