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C.
INSPECT Continued.
2.
INSPECT MAIN SCREED PLATE.
a.
Place main screed plate (99) on a flat surface
with the bottom of the screed plate facing up.
b.
Place a straightedge diagonally across main
screed plate lines E-E and F-F.
c.
Check for bowing or surface distortion greater
than 0.060 in. (1,5 mm) along lines E-E and F-F.
d.
If surface deformity is greater than 0.060 in. (1,5
mm), replace main screed plate (99).
e.
Inspect main screed plate (99) for cracks in
bottom paving surface G and around attachment
studs.
f.
Inspect leading, trailing, and outside main screed
plate (99) edge surfaces H for dents that would
affect the paving machine’s ability to lay a
smooth asphalt mat.
g.
If the damage mentioned above is found, or any
other damage that would affect the paving
machine’s ability to lay a smooth asphalt mat,
replace main screed plate (99).
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