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2-8. CLEANING INSTRUCTION AND PRECAUTIONS (Contd)
Table 2-1. General Cleaning Instructions (Contd).
Cleaning Materials Used to Remove
Surface
Oil/Grease
Salt/Mud/Dust/Debris
Surface Rust/Corrosion
Rubber
Damp or dry rags.
Damp or dry rags.
Not applicable.
Insulation
Tires
Soapy water and
High pressure water and
Not applicable.
bristle brush.
bristle brush.
Wire Rope
Cleaning
Wire brush.
Wire brush and
compound and
lubricating oil.**
wire brush.
Wood
Detergent, warm
Low pressure water,
Not applicable.
water, and damp
soapy warm water, and
or dry rags.
damp or dry rags.
**
After cleaning, apply grease (MIL-B-18458).
2-9. CLASS LEAKAGE DEFINITIONS
Accidental or intentional introduction of liquid contaminants into the environment is in violation of state,
federal, and military regulations. Refer to Lubrication Order (para. 3-1) for information concerning storage,
use, and disposal of these liquids. Failure to do so may result in injury or death.
Wetness around seals, gaskets, fittings, or connections indicates leakage. A stain also denotes leakage. If a
fitting or connector is loose, tighten it. If broken or defective, report it. Use the following as a guide when referring to table
2-2, Fluid Leakage Criteria for Tactical Vehicles:
a.
Class I. Leakage indicated by wetness or discoloration not great enough to form drops.
b.
Class II. Leakage great enough to form drops, but not enough to cause drops to drip from item being
checked/inspected.
c.
Class III. Leakage great enough to form drops that fall from the item being checked/inspected.
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