TM 9-2320-279-34-3
M977, M985, and M984E1 Crane Maintenance Instructions (Cont)
17-39. OUTRIGGER EXTENSION CYLINDER REPAIR (CONT).
(6) Remove two guide rings (11) and
seal (12).
(7) Remove piston (13) from rod (4) and
preformed packing (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) Clean all metal parts in dry cleaning
solvent.
(2) Inspect each part for damage.
(3) Replace damaged parts.
c. Assembly.
NOTE
Left and right cylinder ends are assembled
the same way.
(1) Install preformed packing (1) on rod (2).
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.
(2) Apply sealing and thread locking compound and install piston (3).
NOTE
Groove in guide rings face away from seal.
(3) Install seal (4) and two guide rings (5).
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