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CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS - Continued
7.
Machined Surfaces.
a.
Clean machine surfaces with cleaning compound, solvent.
b.
Dry surfaces with compressed air.
8.
Mated Surfaces.
a.
Remove old gasket and/or sealing compound using a wire brush and cleaning compound, solvent.
b.
Lightly coat with oil and wrap all parts subject to rust before storing.
9.
Rusted Surfaces. Clean all rusted surfaces using wire brush and crocus cloth.
10.
Oil-Bathed Internal Parts. Wipe oil-bathed internal parts clean with a cleaning cloth.
11.
Air-Actuated Internal Parts. Wash air-actuated internal parts clean with a cleaning cloth.
12.
Externally Exposed Parts. Wash externally exposed parts with detergent and water. Rinse thoroughly and
air dry.
END OF TASK
INSPECTION INSTRUCTIONS
1.
General. All components and parts must be carefully checked to determine if they are serviceable for reuse,
if they can be repaired or if they must be scrapped.
2.
Drilled and Tapped (Threaded) Holes.
a.
Inspect for wear, distortion (stretching), cracks, or any other damage in or around holes.
b.
Inspect threaded areas for wear, distortion, or evidence of cross-threading.
c.
Mark all damaged areas for repair or replacement.
3.
Metal Lines, Flexible Lines (Hoses), and Fittings.
a.
Inspect lines for sharp kinks, cracks, bends, or dents.
b.
Inspect flexible lines for fraying, evidence of leakage, or loose fittings or connectors.
c.
Check all fittings and connectors for thread damage. Check for hex heads that are worn or rounded by
poorly fitting wrenches.
d.
Mark all damaged material for repair or replacement.
4.
Castings.
a.
Inspect all ferrous and nonferrous castings for cracks using a magnifying glass and strong light.
b.
Particularly check areas around studs, pipe plugs, threaded inserts, and sharp corners. Replace all
cracked castings.
c.
Inspect machined surfaces for nicks, burrs, or raised metal. Mark damaged areas for repair or
replacement.
d.
Inspect all pipe plugs, pipe plug openings, screws, and screw openings for damaged or stripped threads.
e.
Check all gasket mating surfaces, flanges on housings, and supports for warpage with a straightedge or
surface plate. Inspect mating flanges for discoloration that may indicate persistent oil leakage.
5.
Studs, Bolts, and Screws. Replace if threads are damaged, bent, loose, or stretched.
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