TM 5-3805-254-20-2
FRONT BRAKES - CONTINUED
ACTION
LOCATION
ITEM
REMARKS
CLEANING
WARNING
Drycleaning solvent P-D-680 is toxic and flammable Wear protective safety goggles and gloves and use only
in a well-ventilated area Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothes and do not breathe vapors Do not use
near open flame or excessive heat The flashpoint for type #1 drycleaning solvent is 1000F (380C) and for
type #2 is 138°F (590C) If you become dizzy while using cleaning solvent, get fresh air immediately, and get
medical aid If contact with eyes is made, flush your eyes with water and get medical aid immediately.
Parts of the service brake assembly will be coated with asbestos dust
Breathing this dust may be
hazardous to your health Use a filter mask approved for use against asbestos dust Never use compressed
air or dry brush to clean these assemblies Dust shall be removed using an industrial-type vacuum cleaner
with a high-efficiency filter system.
NOTE
For more information on how to clean parts, go to General Maintenance Instructions
(page 2-424).
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Dust shield (1) and
a Clean using drycleaning solvent and
brake spider (2)
cleaning brush.
b Wipe clean using wiping rag.
INSPECTION/REPLACEMENT
NOTE
Replace all damaged or defective parts.
For more information on how to inspect parts, go to General Maintenance Instructions
(page 2-424).
Steps given are typical for both brakeshoes.
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Two brake
a Look for cracked, broken, or stretched
springs (3)
coils.
b Look for broken or distorted ends.
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