TM 55-2210-223-34
TO 45A2-2-14-22
3-62. TRACTION MOTOR ASSEMBLY (cont)
CLEANING, INSPECTION, AND REPAIR (cont)
35. Inspect gear case 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 (38-59°C). 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 clean gear case. Dry with compressed air.
b.
Check that gears have not been rubbing against gear case by inspecting the inside metal band. Metal band
should be intact and undamaged. Replace gear case that is damaged.
CAUTION
Do not paint machined surface.
c. Paint outside surface of gear case with black air drying insulating paint.
36. During installation, use a feeler gage and check traction motor axle bearing lateral. Maximum total lateral is 5/16
inch (7.9 mm).
37. Use a feeler gage and check axle bearing clearance and wear. Radial clearance between axle and bearings is
0.010 inch (0.25 mm). Check that 0.014 inch (0.36 mm) shims are in place between axle cap and traction motor
frame.
38. Use drycleaning solvent and clean felt wick lubricators. Dry with compressed air. Check that felt wick lubricators
are not glazed or charred. Replace damaged felt wick lubricators. Saturate felt wick lubricators with oil before
installation.
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