TM 10-1670-298-20&PTable 2-1. Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services-ContinuedLocation ofNot MissionItem No.IntervalItem to ProcedureCapable If:Check/Service9AfterA-22 Cargo BagCheck for missing parts, loose orbroken stitches, frayed, worn, or cutwebbing, holes, tears, foreignmaterial, rust, corrosion, cracked orbroken plywood if skid is used.10AfterA-23 Cargo BagCheck for missing parts, loose orbroken stitches, frayed, worn, or cutwebbing, holes, tears, foreign material,rust or corrosion.11AfterCapsule, Cargo,NOTECTU-2/AWhen a container Is damaged beyondrepair, all hardware must be removedfor future use on other containers.a. HardwareInspect hardware for damaged orloose nuts, bolts, or washers, andtighten or replace as required.b BracketsInspect brackets. Those that areslightly bent may be straightened andreused. But cracked or severelydistorted brackets should be replacedPay particular attention to the dee ringassemblies.c Main andInspect for cracks in the supportingParachuteretainers, lugs, and shells. Check forCompartmentdents or distortion In the skinBodysufficiently large enough to alteraerodynamic effects, lessen structural integrity, orinterfere with components stored inside. Replaceaccess plug in nose, if necessary.d. Cables andInspect all cables for excessive fraying,Fittingskinks, or partial failures Inspect cablefittings for cracks, distortions, orlooseness Replace even lightly damaged cableassemblies.e Tail ConeInspect for dents, cracks, anddistortion. Diametrical clearancebetween the inside surface of thecone and the parachute compartmentis not to exceed 1/8 inch (0.322 cm).Replace tail cone access plug ifnecessary2-8
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