GENERAL SERVICE AND INSPECTION PROCEDURES

TM9-2320-270-20-1

GENERAL SERVICE AND INSPECTION PROCEDURES - CONTINUED

(3) An item is Unserviceable if it is worn beyond repair and is likely to fail before the next

scheduled inspection.

(4) An item is WORN if there is too much play between joining parts, or marking data,

warning, and caution plates are not readable.

(5) Leakage Definition:

(a) Class I Seepage of fluid (as indicated by wetness or discoloration) not great

enough to form drops.

(b) Class II - Leakage of fluid great enough to form drops but not enough to cause drops

to fall away from item being checked or inspected.

checked or inspected.

(6) If an item meets the requirements specified by lubrication order, LO 9-2320-270-12, then

it is ADEQUATELY LUBRICATED.

b. Where the instruction "tighten" appears in a procedure and a torque is not called out, tighten

using the standard torque chart.

WARNING

Drycleaning solvent P-D-680 is toxic and flammable. Wear protective goggles and

gloves and use only in a well ventilated area. Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothes

and don't breathe vapors. Do not use near open flame or excessive heat. The flashpoint

is 100F to 138F (38 to 59C). If you become dizzy while using cleaning solvent, get

fresh air immediately and get medical aid. If contact with eyes is made, wash your eyes

with water and get medical aid immediately.

c. Where the instruction "clean" appears in a procedure, you must use cleaning solvent

(SD-2), specification P-D 680, to clean grease or oil from metal parts. After the item is cleaned,

rinsed, and dried, apply a light grade of oil to unprotected surfaces to prevent rusting. On rubber and

plastic materials use soap and water.

SPECIFIC PMCS PROCEDURES

a. The preventive maintenance for which you are responsible is provided in table 2-1. The checks

and services listed are arranged in logical order requiring minimal time and effort on your part.

b. The following columns read across on the PMCS schedule:

(1) Item Number. Provides logical order for PMCS performance and is used as a source

number for DA 2404, on which your PMCS results will be recorded.

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