TM 5-3895-373-34
C.
INSPECT.
1.
INSPECT SCREED PLATE FOR BOWING OR
SURFACE DISTORTION.
a.
Place screed plate to be inspected on a flat
surface with the bottom of the screed plate
facing up.
b.
Place a straightedge diagonally across
screed plate along lines A and B as seen in
the illustration.
c.
Check for bowing or surface distortion
greater than 0.060 in. (1,5 mm) along lines
A and B.
d.
If surface deformity is greater than 0.060 in.
(1,5 mm) in either direction, screed plate is
to be replaced.
2.
INSPECT SCREED PLATE FOR CRACKS,
DENTS, AND OTHER DAMAGE.
a.
Inspect screed plate for cracks in bottom
paving surface and around attachment
studs.
b.
Inspect leading, trailing, and outside screed
plate edges for dents that would affect the
ability of the paving machine to lay a
smooth asphalt mat.
c.
If the damage mentioned above is found, or
any other damage that would affect the
ability of the paving machine to lay a
smooth asphalt mat, that screed plate is to
be replaced.
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