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 TM 55-1905-221-14-3
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PROPELLER, PROPELLER SHAFT, AND STUFFING BOX (Continued)
LOCATION/ITEM
ACTION
REMARKS
CLEANING
11. Propeller,
Propeller
Shaft and
Stuffing
Box
Dry cleaning solvent, P-D-680, used to clean parts, is potentially dangerous to
personnel and property. Avoid repeated or prolonged skin contact. Do not use
near open flame or excessive heat. Flash point of solvent is 100 - 138 (38-
F
59 ).
C
Clean metal parts in cleaning solvent Fed. Spec. P-D-
680 and dry thoroughly.
INSPECTION OUT OF WATER
12. Propeller
Inspect for cracked, bent, or
corroded blades.
13. Propeller
a. Inspect for corroded areas.
Shaft
b. Inspect outboard shafting
for pitting.
NOTE
Cracks found in shafting should be thoroughly probed to determine depth and
length of cracks.
c.
Inspect shafting sections for
straightness and cracks.
14 Stuffing Box
a. Inspect hose for cracks,
and Flexible
breaks, or deterioration.
Hose
b. Inspect hose clamps for
cracks or breaks.
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