TM 55-2210-223-34
TO 45A2-2-14-22
3-35. EXCITER-AUXILIARY GENERATOR ASSEMBLY (cont)
CLEANING, INSPECTION, AND REPAIR
22. Clean, inspect, and repair bearing assembly by the following:
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 flash point is 100 - 138°F (38 - 59C). If you become
dizzy, get fresh air immediately and get medical aid. If contact with eyes is made, wash your eyes and
get medical aid immediately.
Compressed air used for cleaning purposes will not exceed 30 psi (207 kPa). Do not direct
compressed air against skin. Use goggles or full face shield.
a.
Use drycleaning solvent and remove grease from bearing, outer bearing caps, outer bearing stops, oil slingers,
and bearing cartridges. Dry with compressed air.
b.
Inspect parts for wear, cracks, or breaks.
c.
Inspect rollers for cracks or pits.
d.
Inspect parts for overheating.
e.
Replace parts that are damaged.
CAUTION
Do not coat gasket seats with insulating varnish.
f.
Paint bearing housings with red insulating varnish.
g.
Replace outer bearing cap gaskets.
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