TM 10-3510-222-24
3-26. BASKET
This task covers:
a.
Removal
b.
Inspection
c. Repair
d. Installation
INITIAL SETUP
Tools
Equipment Condition
General Mechanics Tool Kit (App B, Item 1)
Wet wash bin removed (Para 2-36)
Automotive Vehicle Took Kit (App B, Item 3)
Seal and carriage removed (Para 3-25)
Welding Shop (App B, Item 8)
Lock cover removed (Para 2-28)
Materials/Parts
Personnel Required
Gasket (App C, Item 50)
Two
Gasket (App C, Item 51)
Gasket (App C, Item 9)
Adhesive (RTV) (App D, Item 1)
a.
REMOVAL
WARNING
Before removing attaching hardware from front drum, be sure to support front drum. Failure to do
so may result in serious injury to personnel.
(1)
Remove two nuts (1), screws (2) and draw band (3) from drum (11).
(2)
Remove gasket (4) and discard.
(3)
Remove front drum (5).
WARNING
Be careful when removing basket from drum; basket has sharp edges and may injure personnel.
(4)
If replacing basket (10) do substeps below:
(a)
Remove two nuts (6) and one bolt (7) from ring (8).
(b)
Remove ring (8) and gasket (9) from basket (10).
WARNING
Tumbler barrel is heavy/difficult to handle. To prevent injury, use two people to lift.
(c)
Remove basket (10) from drum (11).
b.
INSPECTION
Inspect parts for damage or wear.
c.
REPAIR
Repair consists of basket (10) being straightened and/or welded. Refer to TM 9-237 Welding Theory and
Application.
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