TM 9-2320-279-34-3
M977, M985, and M984E1 Crane Maintenance Instructions (Cont)
WARNING
Keep out from under heavy parts. Falling parts may cause serious injury or
death.
(6) Attach suitable lifting device and remove extension No. 2 (12).
(7) Remove two screws (13) and wear pads (14).
b. Cleaning/Inspection.
WARNING
Adhesives, solvents, and sealing compounds can burn easily, can give off harmful
vapors, and are harmful to skin and clothing. To avoid injury or death, keep away
from open fire and use in well-ventilated area. If adhesive, solvent, or sealing
compound gets on skin or clothing, wash immediately with soap and water.
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
Clean all metal parts in dry cleaning solvent.
Inspect each part for damage.
Replace damaged parts.
Check wear pad thickness. If wear pad is below 0.250 in. (6.35 mm) replace wear pads.
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