TM 55-2210-224-34
3-64. TRACTION MOTOR ASSEMBLY (cont)
CLEANING, INSPECTION, AND REPAIR (cont)
32. Inspect gear box (70) 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 box (70). Dry with compressed air.
b. Check that gears have not been rubbing against gear box (70) by inspecting the inside metal band. Metal band
should be intact and undamaged. Replace gear box that is damaged.
c. Paint outside surface of gear box (70) with black air drying insulating paint.
33. Check that traction motor leads are tight and secure. Replace insulation that is cracked or brittle with three layers of
electrical tape using 1/2-inch (12.7 mm) lap. Paint with rubberized insulating paint.
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