TM 5-3895-373-20
15.14.
REPLACE SCREED TOW ARM ASSEMBLY- Continued.
A.
REMOVE - Continued.
f.
Make matchmarks on top and side of mating
tow arm mounting flanges.
Screed tow arm weighs approximately
200 lbs (91 kg). Safely secure tow arm
with overhead hoist and sling strap to
prevent slipping. Failure to use proper
lifting equipment or secure tow arm
against slipping could result in severe
injury to personnel.
g.
Secure sling strap around tow arm (5). Secure
sling strap at lifting points near center of tow
arm. Make sure sling strap will lift at two
places at least 18 in. (457 mm) apart.
h.
Secure sling strap to overhead hoist or lifting
device. Remove slack from installed strap.
i.
Remove hex head cap screws (6) and flat
washers (7).
j.
Swing front end of tow arm (5) away from
guide bracket. Lift tow arm away from paving
machine.
k.
Lower tow arm (5) to the ground, but leave
lifting device installed to support tow arm
during roller removal.
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