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REPAIR TOW POINT CYLINDER - Continued.
B.
CLEAN - Continued.
WARNING
Compressed
air
for
cleaning
purposes will not exceed 30 psi (207
kPa). Use only with effective chip
guarding
and
personal
protective
equipment (goggles/face shield and
gloves). Failure to take proper
precautions may result in severe
injury or loss of vision.
b.
Use 30 psi (207 kPa) maximum compressed air
to blow any foreign material from seal grooves,
inside of cylinder tube, and all threaded surfaces.
c.
Dry parts with compressed air and lint-free
cloths.
2.
WIPE OFF THREADS OF ELBOWS WITH
CLEANING CLOTH.
C.
INSPECT.
1.
INSPECT CYLINDER TUBE.
a.
Visually inspect cylinder tube (4) surface A for
pitting or scoring using a strong light.
b.
Replace cylinder tube (4) if pitting or scoring is
detected.
c.
Check leading edges B of inside diameter. Feel
for any nicks, scratches, or sharp edges that
may damage preformed packings and seals.
d.
Remove sharp edges of nicks, scratches, or
burrs using crocus cloth. If nicks, scratches, or
burrs cannot be removed, replace cylinder tube
(4).
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