TM 5-3810-288-12
Figure 3-24. Boom hoist cable lower spreader
connection removal and replacement.
pressed air. After the cable is clean, it should be
Figure 3-25. Bucket teeth, removal and replacement.
lubricated with OE every 50 hours of operation
c. Adjustment. Adjustment of cables consists of cutting
b. Replacement. Replace fire extinguishers which
to proper length. When cutting cable, seizings must be
have been used, the seals of which have been broken, or
placed on each side of the point where the cable will be
which have lost weight of pound or more, with a like
cut. On performed cable, one seizing on each side of
serviceable item.
the cut is enough. On non-performed cable less than 7 ;
inch in diameter, two seizings are to be used. On non-
performed cable over 7;1 inch in diameter, three seizings
are recommended. Use abrasive cutting tools, wire
cutters or blade action tools, or flame cutters.
3-32. Fire Extinguisher
a. Inspection. Every six months inspect the fire
extinguisher to ensure that it is full and that the seal is
not broken. See that the weight of the contents is within
1/4 pound of the limits shown on the fire extinguisher.
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